At the summit of fine Southern Rhône wines, the Boisrenard 2021 from Domaine Beaurenard, Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC, asserts itself as a graceful narrative of terroirs. Born from old vines rooted in sands, clays, pebbles and sediments, it brings together the 13 historic grape varieties of the appellation, harvested together in the vineyard and co-fermented to sculpt a superior harmony. The 2021 vintage, of rare clarity and balance, delivers a wine that is both intense and airy, where the depth of black fruit is illuminated by lively freshness. The tannic framework, with a satin finesse, guides a palate structured by the site’s energy and the confident hand of a winemaking family. A marriage of tradition and precision, the ageing—mostly in large-volume foudres, completed by a very small share of new oak—serves the fruit’s radiance without ever overwhelming it. For lovers seeking a southern red that is noble, digestible and elegant, this cuvée offers a masterful balance, capable of ageing gracefully while already shining at the table today.

Assemblage et vinification

This illustrious Châteauneuf-du-Pape is made from a historic blend of the 13 grape varieties of the appellation, harvested together in the vineyard and co-fermented to promote complexity and aromatic unity. True to the Beaurenard signature, maceration is handled with care to extract the noblest substance without harshness. Aging takes place mainly in large-volume foudres, a choice that preserves the purity of the fruit and the wine’s silhouette, completed by a very small proportion of new barrels for discreet creaminess and a subtle patina. The four main soil types of the estate—sands, clays, pebbles and sediments—intertwine in the glass, providing aromatic lift, amplitude, mineral backbone and energy. The 2021 vintage, marked by a pursuit of balance, yields here a precise, chiselled wine, vibrant with uprightness, that showcases the site’s expression rather than masking it.

Notes de dégustation

• Appearance: deep and luminous, it announces a wine of breadth and relief, promising a skilfully controlled material.
• Nose: great complexity of black fruits—black cherry, plum and blackberry—lifted by a spice box, licorice and pepper. The garrigue surfaces, punctuated by spring flowers, a hint of graphite and black olives.
• Palate: generous, caressing attack, silky tannins with a fine grain, delicate texture yet firmly structured. Long, straight and fresh finish, carried by a savoury energy that calls for food.

Température de service et conseils

Serve Boisrenard 2021 between 15 and 17°C in large glasses to honour its aromatic depth and texture. A one- to two-hour decant helps reveal its spice and garrigue nuances while smoothing the tannic framework. Store bottles on their side, protected from light and temperature fluctuations. Its cellaring potential exceeds two decades, yet it already expresses a remarkable balance. Opening a bottle today lets you taste the grace of a precise vintage, while the cellar will offer an even more majestic reading of its depth in years to come.

Accords mets et vin

• Aperitif: delicate charcuterie, tapenade, grilled vegetables, shavings of cured ham.
• Starters: game terrine, warm pigeon salad, pan-seared foie gras with figs.
• Main courses: rack of lamb with herbs, succulent lamb shoulder, root-vegetable and prune tagine, seared sweetbreads.
• Cheeses: sheep’s tomme, aged comté, laguiole, matured pecorino.
• Desserts: lightly sweetened dark chocolate desserts, pure cocoa and cocoa nibs.

Moments de dégustation

Boisrenard 2021 is the perfect companion for:

• Elevating a gourmet dinner where food and wine pairing shapes the memory.
• As a remarkable gift for an informed enthusiast sensitive to the great terroirs of the Rhône.
• To cellar and celebrate, in 10, 15 or 20 years, a milestone with grace.

Caractéristiques

• Name: Domaine Beaurenard, Boisrenard 2021
• Appellation: Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC
• Type: Red wine, blend of the 13 grape varieties of the appellation
• Vintage: 2021
• Grape varieties: co-harvested and co-fermented, full expression of the vineyard
• Alcohol: not disclosed
• Aging: mainly in foudres, with around 2% in new barrels
• Terroirs: sands, clays, pebbles, sediments
• Cellaring: 20 years and more depending on storage conditions
• Serving temperature: 15–17°C