CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE WINE AND FOOD PAIRINGS

Visit Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines are found on the world's finest tables, although it's true that red wines are tasted more often than whites. However, with a multitude of grape varieties to choose from for blending Châteauneuf-du-Pape white winesinteresting agreements can be reached.

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Châteauneuf-du-Pape white wine and food pairing ?

Depending on the blend, the wine will not necessarily go with every dish.

Initially, the Châteauneuf-du-Pape with Roussanne or Grenache as the majority grape variety, will go very well with seafood. 

The smooth, round texture of Châteauneuf du Pape blanc goes very well with :

• Noble" fish
• White-fleshed fish
• Crustaceans such as lobster
• Or prawns.

These dishes are rich in flavor without being too spicy. For these noble crustaceans, a Châteauneuf-du-Pape rather young will be preferable, to keep the pep and freshness of the wine.

To best accompany your shellfish and fish, we can offer you this selection of Châteauneuf :

• Châteauneuf-du-Pape Domaine Usseglio - Pure Roussanne

Raymond Usseglio proposes a Châteauneuf composed of 100% Roussanne. In its youth, the wine gives off aromas of white peach, pear and a minty finish.

For Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines with a homogeneous blend, the wines are generally livelier and fresher than their counterparts. It will be interesting to pair them with stronger, spicier dishes. Sushi is a really good match, as the freshness of the wine will give the cost a nice liveliness and enhance the taste of the fish.

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• The Château de Beaucastel Blanc is a perfect match:

The Perrin family offers a rich, opulent white with notes of citrus and white fruit. A mineral mid-palate and juicy peach finish provide fantastic length.

Food & wine pairing: Châteauneuf-du-Pape red ?

Visit Châteauneuf-du-Pape reds are generally strong. It is therefore necessary to accompany it with dishes of character and terroir: 

• With duck, for example, its pronounced taste can follow the strength of the wine.
• Add a spicy sauce to bring out the spicy notes so characteristic of Châteauneuf wines.

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• Domaine de la Janasse Vieilles Vignes :

The estate's flagship cuvée, the blend is predominantly Grenache at over 60%, topped off with 20% of Mourvèdre. The juice has developed aromas of garrigue and crushed fruit.

This pairing can be made with game, such as doe and wild boar, accompanied by a hunter's sauce. In this case, you'll need a wine that's a few years old - 10 years is perfect.

For red meat lovers, Châteauneuf-du-Pape is for you!

The rare meat will soften the wine's tannins and allow the fruit and spices to express themselves.

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• Domaine de la Barroche, Cuvée Signature :

More than 60% of Grenache is blended with 18% of Syrah, followed by Mourvèdre, Cinsault and a little Carignan.

For this cuvée, the estate offers us a wine with a mineral touch. Deep and rich with red fruit and medium structure. To be decanted now, the wine will evolve for a few more years to arrive on spices and pepper.

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We hope you're now a master in the art of pairing your Châteauneuf du Pape wines with your food. Enjoy your tasting!

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