Châteauneuf-du-Pape is the largest and most important wine appellation in the southern Rhône and was the first ever “Appellation Contrôlée” established in France in 1932. Domaine Grand Veneur is one of the most renowned estates of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Alain Jaume, with his sons Stéphane and Christophe, are raising the game at this well-established estate situated near to Orange.The Grand Veneur range comprises an extremely impressive red and white Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Côtes du Rhône Reserve Red.The white wines have improved year on year due to a greater understanding of the use of oak in wine. Alain Jaume has of late produced a very unusual 100% Roussanne (white Rhône variety) Châteauneuf du Pape Blanc “La Fontaine”, made possible by the adoption of modern vinification techniques, like cold fermentation for example, and meticulous data collection. Alain Jaume destems all the red grapes to avoid rusticity in the wines.
The red Châteauneuf du Pape “Les Origines” is a benchmark for the modernist approach with tell-tale new american oak supporting the fruit.As new techniques have been employed (or, perhaps, old techniques, including not filtering the wine), improvements have been quite noticeable. Robert Parker has recently given mention to the vineyards and highly praised recent vintages. A world class wine producer!
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Châteauneuf-du-Pape ~ Domaine Grand Veneur
£347.40 Per Case (Ex VAT) Equiv price per bottle £28.95 (ex VAT)White Chateauneuf is not very common so the white wine from this area is produced in very small quantities – it is fragrant and sumptuous and a true jewel in the crown.
Grape Variety: 60% Clairette, 40% Roussanne
Aromas: Flowers,Exotic Fruits,Lemon
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Côtes du Rhône Rosé ‘Bellissime’ ~ Reserve Grand Veneur
£162.00 Per Case (Ex VAT) Equiv price per bottle £13.50 (ex VAT)This pale-hued wine with cherry red highlights has an exceptionally elegant bouquet and intensity on the palate – just like biting into fresh grapes.
Aromas: Spices, Strawberries
“I loved the 2019 Bellissime rosé from the Jaume family, which strikes a good balance between a lighter, Provençal rosé and the richer styled Tavel rosé. Revealing a more medium ruby, almost salmon hue with a great nose of salted melon, light strawberries, and white flowers, it has subtle hint of minerality, medium-bodied richness, a great texture, and a clean, crisp finish. It’s another beautiful effort from this team that can stand on its own yet also shine on the dinner table. Drink it over the coming summer months” – Jeb Dunnuck , 91/100
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Côtes du Rhône ~ Domaine Grand Veneur ‘Les Champauvins’ – Alain Jaume
£167.40 Per Case (Ex VAT) Equiv price per bottle £13.95 (ex VAT)Made from 100% Viognier, these vines are located next to the single vineyard “Les Champauvins”, near to the Domaine. Soils are made of clay and sand with limestone.
The colour is clear and brilliant. A very intense nose of flowers, white peach and pear. On the palate, aromas are expressed with balance and an amazing freshness. A great example of Rhone white, single grape “Viognier”.
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Côtes du Rhône ~ Grand Veneur Blanc – Alain Jaume
£131.40 Per Case (Ex VAT) Equiv price per bottle £10.95 (ex VAT)A perfect everyday white made from a blend of Roussane, Viognier and Clairette.
Pale yellow colour, brilliant with a gold tinge. Primary aroma of flowers and stone fruit. On the palate, the fruit is immediately present with touches of almond and white peach. A slight liveliness appears in the finish, which creates a perfect balance for the natural generosity of this wine.
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Lirac ~ Domaine Clos de Sixte – Alain Jaume
£227.40 Per Case (Ex VAT) Equiv price per bottle £18.95 (ex VAT)Alain Jaume’s organic wine from Lirac is full of intense flavours. Ripe red cherry, blueberries and even hints of dark chocolate shine through. A full bodied, elegant wine bursting with rich flavours. Lirac shares a similar terroir to Chateauneuf du Pape, an area this producer is renowned for making the highest quality wines.
Grape Variety: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
Aromas: Blackcurrant liqueur, black pepper, spice, dark chocolate, red cherry