Domaine Chante Cigale Chateauneuf du pape 2021 French Red Wine 1,5L 15%

Chante Cigale means "the cicada sings" - a name that captures southern French summer, and fits perfectly for an estate right in the heart of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Expert's Description

Domaine Chante Cigale Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2021 is a Red Wine from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France made from a blend of 65% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre and 5% Cinsault, bottled at 15% ABV.

Domaine Chante Cigale is a respected estate at the heart of the appellation, known for crafting wines with depth, balance and authentic Rhône character. The fine tannins and well-balanced acidity make the wine suitable both for drinking now and for ageing several more years.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Intense ruby red colour with an inviting aroma of dark berries, cherry, liquorice and subtle spice.

Palate

Full and complex, with layers of ripe fruit, a touch of pepper and garrigue herbs.

Finish

Long and silky.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 16-18°C in a Bordeaux glass. Perfect with hearty meat dishes like lamb, beef or game, as well as aged cheeses.

Specifications

Name: Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Producer/Winery: Domaine Chante Cigale
Region/Country: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France
Appellation/Classification: AOC Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grape Variety(ies): Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault
Vintage: 2021
ABV: 15%
Size: 1.5 L
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
Decanting Recommended: Yes, 30-60 minutes
Glass Type: Bordeaux Glass
EAN: 3760118232409

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Complex · Spicy · Silky

Did You Know?

This bottle is a magnum-style 1.5-litre format - twice the size of a standard bottle, which gives the wine slower ageing and often a calmer development in the cellar.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Domaine Chante Cigale Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2021

Which grapes is the wine made from?

A blend of 65% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre and 5% Cinsault.

What does the wine taste like?

Dark berries, cherry, liquorice and spice, with a full and complex palate.

Should the wine be decanted?

Yes, ideally 30-60 minutes before serving.

What food pairs with the wine?

Hearty meat dishes like lamb, beef or game, as well as aged cheeses.

Why is the bottle 1.5 litres?

The larger bottle size gives the wine a slower and more harmonious ageing.

What does Domaine Chante Cigale mean?

The name means "the cicada sings", referring to the southern French summer the appellation is known for.