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Château Rayas Châteauneuf du Pape 'Pignan' Réservé 1986
Vintage Character
The 1986 vintage in Châteauneuf-du-Pape offered growers a relatively cool, balanced season, resulting in reds with notable freshness and fine structure. Château Rayas Châteauneuf du Pape 'Pignan' Réservé 1986 exemplifies the estate’s signature style, crafted exclusively from Grenache grown on distinctive sandy soils.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
This wine opens with subtle aromas of dried cherry, wild strawberry, and rose petal, complemented by hints of dried herbs, sandalwood, and gentle earthiness that reflect its terroir. On the palate, it displays a silky texture, refined tannins, and an elegant, lingering finish, with flavors of red currant, white pepper, and a touch of savory spice. Its nuanced complexity and graceful character make it a superb companion to roast duck with figs or creamy French Comté cheese, highlighting its delicate balance and depth.
Winery Background
Château Rayas is renowned as one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s most iconic producers, celebrated for its commitment to purity and authenticity. The Reynaud family has overseen the estate for generations, cultivating old-vine Grenache in north-facing vineyards with sandy soils that contribute to the wine’s unique finesse and aromatic lift. Rayas employs traditional, low-intervention winemaking, avoiding new oak and chemical additives to allow the terroir’s distinctiveness to shine through. This minimalist approach, combined with meticulous vineyard care, has earned Rayas a reputation for producing hauntingly elegant and profoundly individual wines that stand apart in the Rhône Valley.
The 1986 vintage in Châteauneuf-du-Pape offered growers a relatively cool, balanced season, resulting in reds with notable freshness and fine structure. Château Rayas Châteauneuf du Pape 'Pignan' Réservé 1986 exemplifies the estate’s signature style, crafted exclusively from Grenache grown on distinctive sandy soils.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
This wine opens with subtle aromas of dried cherry, wild strawberry, and rose petal, complemented by hints of dried herbs, sandalwood, and gentle earthiness that reflect its terroir. On the palate, it displays a silky texture, refined tannins, and an elegant, lingering finish, with flavors of red currant, white pepper, and a touch of savory spice. Its nuanced complexity and graceful character make it a superb companion to roast duck with figs or creamy French Comté cheese, highlighting its delicate balance and depth.
Winery Background
Château Rayas is renowned as one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s most iconic producers, celebrated for its commitment to purity and authenticity. The Reynaud family has overseen the estate for generations, cultivating old-vine Grenache in north-facing vineyards with sandy soils that contribute to the wine’s unique finesse and aromatic lift. Rayas employs traditional, low-intervention winemaking, avoiding new oak and chemical additives to allow the terroir’s distinctiveness to shine through. This minimalist approach, combined with meticulous vineyard care, has earned Rayas a reputation for producing hauntingly elegant and profoundly individual wines that stand apart in the Rhône Valley.
Product details
Wine TypeRed
WineryChateau Rayas
Grape VarietiesGrenache
WinemakerJacques Reynaud
CountryFrance
Expert RatingRP 90
RegionSouthern Rhône
SweetnessDry
Sub-regionChâteauneuf du Pape
Alcohol Level13.5
Classification (Ranking)Prestige Cuvée
Format750ml
Prices
VBG
Standard delivery within 3 working days
Vinobuzz Delivery
HK$4,500
HK$4,500
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