One of the classics! We ADORE Marcoux! Domaine de Marcoux was a pioneer in organic and biodynamic farming long before it was fashionable and produces wines of elegance and restraint, not qualities usually associated with CdP. The average vine age is 50 years old and they grow primarily Grenache in a variety of soil types and areas.

Raised mostly in concrete, the 2015 Chateauneuf du Pape features gentle strawberry-raspberry fruit and loads of subtle spice. It’s medium to full-bodied, marked by silky tannins and a long finish. It’s not the most powerful, concentrated wine, but it’s certainly one of the most elegant. It’s 85% Grenache, with the balance a mix of Mourvedre, Syrah and Cinsault.

Ex-Cellar Museum Release. This is now in a lovely spot, with some developing fruit characters, a touch of umami-rich mushroom and undergrowth, and a seasoning of spice. It remains vibrantly fresh, with lively acidity and well-knitted structure. It finishes strong and complex with a sweet/savoury twist. It is drinking very well now but has years of life ahead of it. The 2015 was raised in a blend of 80% concrete vat and 20% tronconique cuves for 18 months and was bottled unfiltered. The notes below are taken form the wine’s initial release.

“Ruby-red. Energetic, mineral-accented aromas of ripe red and dark berries, complicated by suggestions of incense and pungent flowers. Broad and fleshy on entry, then more taut in the midpalate, offering pliant black raspberry and bitter cherry flavors and a suggestion of five-spice powder. Finishes very long and sweet, featuring slow-building tannins, a touch of smokiness and repeating red fruit character. This wine is shaping up to be an outstanding “basic” Châteauneuf.” 92-94 points, Josh Raynolds, Vinous

“Around 10 different lieux-dit around Châteauneuf, most are fermented separately, then assembled after vinification and élévage. All harvested in small cases, all destemmed. Really rich and expressive, mostly strawberry but with some lively blackberry. Full-bodied, lovely sweetness of fruit and buzzing acidity. Tannins are very fine, it’s already harmonious. Full of energy and life. Some slightly animal hints. Finishes savoury. 2018-2027.” 93 points, Tim Atkin MW, 2015 Rhône Report

“…The palate sets off immediately on a graceful wave of red cherry fruits, which have a nourishing quality. They continue deep into the finish, where there are classy tannins waiting. It’s long and sustained, authentic, STGT Châteauneuf.” ★★★★(★) John Livingstone-Learmonth, Drinkrhone.com

“Raised mostly in concrete, the 2015 Chateauneuf du Pape features gentle strawberry-raspberry fruit and loads of subtle spice. It’s medium to full-bodied, marked by silky tannins and a long finish. It’s not the most powerful, concentrated wine, but it’s certainly one of the most elegant. It’s 85% Grenache, with the balance a mix of Mourvèdre, Syrah and Cinsault.” 93 points, Joe Czerwinski, The Wine Advocate