Château Gigognan - Cardinalice Châteauneuf-du-Pape Magnum
A Châteauneuf-du-Pape in Magnum format, a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Ruby red, it reveals aromas of red fruits, spices, and garrigue. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a persistent finish.
France - Rhône Valley, Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC Still, dry, full-bodied red wine. Grenache (predominant), Syrah, Mourvèdre, and other permitted varieties.
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Colour
Deep ruby red, with garnet reflections developing with age.
Bouquet
Complex bouquet, ripe red and black fruits, sweet spices, pepper, liquorice, garrigue, leather.
Taste
Full-bodied, structured, velvety tannins, great balance and aromatic persistence, long spicy finish.
Alcohol content
14.5% Vol.
Type of glass
Large red wine glass for structured wines, Bordeaux type.
Pairings
Roasted red meats, game, rich stews, aged cheeses, truffle-based dishes.
Refinement
In large oak barrels (foudres) followed by a long bottle aging period for optimal evolution.
Vinification
Traditional, fermentation in stainless steel or concrete vats, long maceration, malolactic fermentation completed.