By its discreet nobility and frank aromas, the Domaine Charvin 2022 - Magnum - Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC asserts itself as a masterful interpretation of the southern Rhône. In the large format, oxidation proceeds more slowly, the texture gains depth, and harmony settles with particular grace. From certified organic viticulture, vinified as whole clusters and bottled without filtration, this wine magnifies the purity of the fruit and the mineral imprint of the rolled pebbles. Its profile seduces with a full, precise and digestible presence, between juicy flesh, rounded tannins and a freshness that sculpts the finish. Reminiscences of flowers, dried herbs and fine spices compose a vibrant bouquet, while the palate, ample yet controlled, unfolds a gourmand and luminous story. A majestic table companion today after aeration, it will reveal all its greatness from 2025 to 2037, combining intensity, balance and sovereign drinkability, the signature of fine Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines.

Blend and vinification

At the heart of the blend, a majority of Grenache (around 80–82%) provides breadth and sensuality, supported by Syrah (5–7%), Mourvèdre (around 5%), completed by Counoise and Vaccarèse (4–5%). The certified organic cultivation respects the integrity of the berries, and the whole-cluster fermentation promotes a floral and spicy expression of great delicacy. The ageing, extended for around 21 months and carried out without new oak, aims at terroir transparency and precise texture. The bottling without filtration preserves the savoury structure, the energy and the length on the palate. The magnum format, by its natural inertia, supports a slower evolution, allowing the wine to gain complexity and integration over the years without losing its fruity brightness.

Tasting notes

• Colour : Deep, clear and bright, it hints at concentrated and nuanced material, underlined by fine legs.
• Nose : Expressive and complex bouquet, blending violet and rose petals, juicy black fruits, notes of kirsch, white pepper, liquorice, fresh mint and a touch of garrigue.
• Palate : Plush flesh, silky and precise tannins, stimulating acidic energy. The savoury frame unfolds red and black fruits, fine spices and a hint of chocolate, leading to a long, ethereal and vibrant finish.

Serving temperature and advice

Serve this cuvée between 16 and 18°C in generously shaped glasses to promote aeration and aromatic complexity. In its youth, a one to two hour decant reveals the floral dimension and the fruit's brightness. For cellaring, favour a cool, dark and stable cellar, bottles laid on their side, to accompany its evolution serenely. This generous yet well-balanced 2022 vintage will reach its peak between 2025 and 2037, with progressive complexity and outstanding integration, enhanced by the magnum format.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : fine charcuterie, tapenade, anchovy puff pastries.
• Starters : herb-roasted quail, lightly spiced beef tartare, game terrine.
• Main courses : suckling lamb with a thyme crust, braised beef cheek, roasted squab with a reduced jus.
• Cheeses : mature tomme, aged Cantal, Époisses brought to room temperature.
• Desserts : lightly sweetened dark chocolate desserts, poached pear with warm spices.

Occasions

Domaine Charvin 2022 in magnum is the ideal companion:

• For a large shared table where conviviality and gastronomy come together.
• At a celebratory dinner to elevate a seasonal menu.
• As a connoisseur's gift, promising rewarding cellaring and a memorable tasting.

Specifications

• Name : Domaine Charvin 2022, Magnum
• Appellation : Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC
• Type : Red wine
• Vintage : 2022
• Grapes : Grenache majority, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Counoise, Vaccarèse
• Alcohol : stated on the label
• Ageing : around 21 months, no new oak, bottled without filtration
• Volume : Magnum 1,5 L
• Cellaring : 2025 to 2037
• Serving temperature : 16–18°C