Châteauneuf-du-Pape “Réserve des Célestins” 2017 – Henri Bonneau

A legendary cuvée: depth, nobility, and pure Grenache emotion

Terroir

Produced from extremely old Grenache vines selected from the finest terroirs of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the Réserve des Célestins is a mythical wine made only in outstanding vintages. The combination of stony and sandy soils with a hot, dry Mediterranean climate allows for exceptional ripeness while preserving balance and freshness. The 2017 vintage, warm and concentrated, delivers great power with remarkable harmony, true to the timeless and instinctive style of Henri Bonneau.

Tasting Notes

Nose:
Profound and complex aromas of ripe dark fruit, black cherry liqueur, fig, and plum, layered with notes of garrigue, sweet spices, leather, cocoa, and subtle smoky and balsamic nuances.

Palate & Finish:
The palate is full-bodied, deep, and enveloping, with a sumptuous texture supported by silky, perfectly integrated tannins. The richness of the wine is balanced by vibrant energy and an underlying freshness that carries the wine effortlessly. The exceptionally long finish is intense and harmonious, marked by dark fruit, spice, and a noble, persistent Mediterranean signature. A wine of emotion and contemplation, built for very long ageing.