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★ Jeb Dunnuck 93 • Wine Spectator 94 • Vinous 94 • James Suckling 93 • Wine Advocate 94

Domaine de Cristia Renaissance 2022

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rhone Valley Red

€40,00 / 75cl inc. VAT

The Domaine de Cristia Renaissance 2022 stands out for its brilliance and purity of fruit, taking advantage of a warm year that preserves remarkable tension. On the palate, this Châteauneuf-du-Pape cuvée unfolds notes of wild berries and sandalwood, supported by a fine touch of blond tobacco that adds complexity. The whole stretches into a straight and dynamic finish, revealing a freshness full of promise for the years to come.

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Appellation: Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Region: Rhone
Country: France
Grape varieties: Grenache - Mourvedre
Alcohol: 15.0
Color: Red
Condition: Perfect

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Jeb Dunnuck Tasting Note

The 2022 Châteauneuf Du Pape Renaissance is the normal 60/40 split of Grenache and Mourvèdre that spent two years in a mix of demi-muids and barrels, one-third being new. Its ruby/plum hue is followed by a beautiful nose of mulled red and black fruits, roasted garrigue, ground pepper, and lavender. With medium to full-bodied richness, a plush, layered mouthfeel, evolved tannins, and a great finish, it needs 2-4 years of bottle age to come together. While I don't think this matches the all-time greats from this estate, it's a beautiful representation of the vintage. There are 500 cases produced.

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About the Producer

About the Producer

Domaine de Cristia is a family affair rooted in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where several generations of the Grangeon family have succeeded one another. The adventure began with Etienne, before Alain gave the estate new momentum, notably through a rigorous selection of grape varieties. Today, Baptiste, Dominique, and Florent continue to promote this heritage with precise work in the vineyard. Domaine de Cristia has forged a solid reputation thanks to its powerful and elegant red wines for aging, which reflect the prestigious terroir of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The Vieilles Vignes cuvée is a particularly profound expression of this terroir, as is the Renaissance cuvée. We also appreciate the Collection Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Tradition, a must-have. The estate also offers a Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc, demonstrating the diversity of expressions possible within this appellation. The range extends to the Cristia Collection Côtes du Rhône, fruity and indulgent red wines that serve as a delightful introduction to the estate's style. A flagship signature of the Southern Rhône, waiting to be discovered. Among the most sought-after cuvées are Domaine de Cristia Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine de Cristia Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes, and Domaine de Cristia Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Renaissance—useful benchmarks for understanding the identity of the house.

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