COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Grenache
PRODUCER
Rotem & Mounir Saouma
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Arioso Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2019 is a red wine from the Southern Rhône, produced by Rotem & Mounir Saouma. It is distinguished by its exclusive use of old-vine Grenache from the Pignan lieu-dit, known for its elegant character. The winemaking philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention, allowing the terroir to express itself fully. Rotem and Mounir Saouma, a husband-and-wife team, apply their meticulous winemaking approach, honed in Burgundy, to this Rhône appellation. The Pignan sub-appellation is a key factor in the wine's refined expression of Grenache. The 2019 vintage benefited from a warm and dry growing season, contributing to ripe fruit and structure.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Made from 100% Grenache from vines planted in the 1930s.
Fact 02
Winemaking avoids pumping over or punch-downs.
Fact 03
Aged for up to three years in demi-muid barrels.
Fact 04
Minimal sulfur is added, often only before bottling.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Arioso Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge is produced using a philosophy of minimal intervention. Key techniques include cold soaking followed by natural whole-bunch fermentation, with a strict avoidance of pumping over or punch-downs. The wine is then aged for up to three years in 500-liter demi-muid barrels, with all lees included. Minimal to no sulfur is added until just before bottling. Vineyard practices focus on improving drainage and using organic manures, aiming for low yields. The barrels are sourced from Stephane Chassin, utilizing tight-grain wood with low toast.
