Brotte Les Hauts de Barville Chateauneuf du Pape 2022

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SKU: 02269

375ml

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Category	Red Wine
Varietals	Syrah Grenache Mourvèdre Cinsault
Brand	Brotte
Origin	France, Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Alcohol/vol	14.5%

HALF BOTTLES : Domaine Barville is Laurent Brotte’s family estate. The 15 hectare vineyard is situated on the west side of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and is composed of 7 parcels spread over two of the best areas of the appellation: Clay and pebbles at ‘Pradel’ and shattered limestone at ‘Beaurenard’. The vines have an average age of 35 years and, at an elevation of 100 meters, dominate the Rhône River which, with the local wind ‘The Mistral’, brings an exceptional healthy microclimate. Its south facing position is ideal for perfect maturation of the berries.

Sustainable viticulture, de-budding, de-leafing and green harvest to limit the yield and increase the quality. Hand-picking into small cases and fast transportation to the winery to avoid berries’ crushing and oxidation. Destemming, gentle crushing. Fermentation at 28°C, followed by a 3 week maceration. The tannic Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre are aged in French oak barrels (1/3 new, 1/3 one wine, 1/3 two wines), while the softer Grenache is matured in concrete vats and 100 year old oak vats to preserve the fruit. Bottling takes place in March, after more than a year of aging and a light filtering.

'This firm continues to dramatically improve the quality of its wines since Laurent Brotte, the grandson of the founder, Charles Brotte, took over management in 2000. Additionally, the brilliant Philippe Cambie is the consultant.' Wine Advocate

Jeb Dunnuck

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The 2022 Châteauneuf Du Pape Les Hauts De Barville checks in as a blend of 70% Grenache and equal parts Syrah and Mourvèdre raised in a combination of foudre, new and used barrels, and concrete. It's another pretty, floral, perfumed wine from this estate that shines for its balance and elegance. Wild strawberries, mulberries, spice, and Provençal garrigue give way to a medium-bodied, nicely balanced, elegant 2022 that will shine right out of the gate. Barrel Sample: (90-92)

Audrey Frick

Wine Advocate

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Crafted from vines planted in the Pignan, Saint Vierge, Bédine, Beaurenard, Pradel and Palestor plots, the 2022 Chateauneuf du Pape Les Hauts de Barville evokes aromas of cherries, garrigue, spices, violets and dark wild berries. Medium to full-bodied, tense and fresh, it’s round and fleshy with a delicate core of fruit and a long, ethereal finish. Built around a classic core of fruit, this is a harmonious red wine composed of 60% Grenache, 15% Mourvèdre, 20% Syrah and 5% Cinsault.

Wine Spectator

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Polished and glossy, with supple waves of cassis and red currant flecked with a lot of spice and singed garrigue. Warm chestnut and graphite shavings move in, with loads of graphite bringing focus. A modern version, showing poise and polish. Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre. Drink now through 2035. 2,000 cases made, 800 cases imported.

'Jeffery Lindenmuth

James Suckling

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Rich and fleshy with substantial depth, this is a bold and full-bodied Chateauenuf. Full red berry and dry earth aromas with some balsamic character. The full, soft tannins nicely underpin this expansive wine.

Andrii Stetsiuk

Vinous

Mixing 70% Grenache with the rest equally divided between Syrah and Mourvèdre, the 2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Hauts de Barville evokes ripe strawberry, licorice, black cherry, cedar and garrigue. Structured and savory, the 2022 maintains its freshness well and culminates in a layered finale.