COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Bourboulenc, Cinsault
PRODUCER
Vignobles Philippe Bravay
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine de Ferrand Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a red wine from the Southern Rhône Valley, France, produced by Vignobles Philippe Bravay. The 2023 vintage is a Grenache-dominant blend, crafted from exceptionally old vines, some over 100 years old. The domaine is situated in the northern sector of the appellation. Philippe Bravay, who took over from his father Charles, is dedicated to preserving the traditional character of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, focusing on the purity of fruit and terroir. The estate follows organic farming practices and was officially certified in 2024. A distinctive aspect of this wine is its oak-free vinification, aiming to showcase the wine's origins.
ALCOHOL
15.5%
AVG. PRICE
€63
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-15°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards include plantings from 1904, 1910, and 1920.
Fact 02
Winemaker Philippe Bravay intentionally avoids oak barrels to preserve fruit purity.
Fact 03
The domaine achieved official organic certification in 2024.
Fact 04
Production for the 2023 vintage was limited to approximately 1,416 cases.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Domaine de Ferrand emphasizes purity and tradition. Grapes are partially destemmed before fermentation in concrete and stainless steel tanks. Winemaker Philippe Bravay deliberately avoids the use of oak barrels, opting instead to age the wine in concrete and stainless steel for 12 to 14 months. This oak-free approach is central to his philosophy of preserving the authentic expression of the vineyard's terroir and the old vines. The wine is bottled unfiltered, with only a single fining, to maintain its integrity and natural character.
