Famille Perrin Châteauneuf du Pape 'Les Sinards' 2023
4.5
HK$365
750ml
Bottle
Vintage Character Famille Perrin Châteauneuf-du-Pape 'Les Sinards' 2023 comes from the Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC in the southern Rhône, a benchmark appellation for sun-filled Grenache-led reds of depth and savory complexity. The 2023 vintage in the southern Rhône was generally generous and successful, with warm, luminous conditions balanced by enough freshness to preserve fruit definition and energy. Les Sinards draws part of its character from parcels near Beaucastel, where the region’s famous galets roulés over clay and sand help store daytime heat, encourage even ripening, and give the wine its ripe, spicy profile anchored by a distinctly stony, garrigue-scented sense of place.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing The wine opens with aromas of black cherry, raspberry compote, plum skin, dried herbs, cracked pepper and a hint of licorice. On the palate it is medium- to full-bodied, supple and layered, combining juicy red and dark fruits with notes of lavender, warm stones and gentle spice; the tannins are polished, and the finish is persistent without heaviness. This is a charming, approachable expression of Châteauneuf-du-Pape that still carries enough structure to benefit from a little air in a decanter. It pairs beautifully with herb-roasted lamb, duck breast with olives, or grilled portobello mushrooms.
Winery Background Famille Perrin is one of the Rhône Valley’s most respected names, internationally known for Château de Beaucastel and for translating serious terroir into wines that remain consistently dependable. The family has long championed organic farming at Beaucastel and across key holdings, with hand-harvesting and careful sorting forming part of a quality-first philosophy. Les Sinards is typically built from Grenache supported by Syrah and Mourvèdre, fermented with a measured, traditional approach and matured to emphasize purity, texture and regional character rather than overt oak. What sets Perrin apart is its rare combination of scale, heritage and precision, allowing wines like Les Sinards to deliver authentic Châteauneuf character with impressive consistency.