Wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Châteauneuf du Pape, an unmissable destination for the wine discovery
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, located in the heart of the Rhone Valley, is an exceptional place for wine tourism loversThis village, overlooked by the remains of its medieval castle, is world renowned for its exceptional wines, with its vineyards extending over 3200 hectares.
At the discovery of Chateauneuf Pope and its wine-growing region
Chateauneuf Pope, emblematic village located between Avignon and Orange, is the birthplace of the controlled designation of origin (AOC) which bears its name. It is one of the most prestigious AOCs in France..
The famous terroir of Châteauneuf-du-Pape is characterized by its famous rolled pebbles, stones that cover the clay-limestone soils and play an important role in the cultivation of the vine. These pebbles store the heat of the sun during the day and release it at night, allowing ideal maturation of the grapes. This particularity gives the wines their powerful structure and their aromatic finesse.
In Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Wine lovers can discover a dozen wine estates, where winegrowers passionately share their know-how.
By stopping in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, wine lovers have the unique opportunity to understand the specificities of this prestigious terroirThe diversity of grape varieties, notably Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, bring to the wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape an indisputable complexity and aromatic richness.
wine tourism experiences in Châteauneuf-du-Pape
wine tourism experiences in Châteauneuf-du-Pape offer total immersion in the world of wine.
Along the village streets and surrounding hills, visitors can visit a large number of cellars and wine estates.
guided tours of the cellars allow you to discover the techniques of winemaking and aging, often in authentic century-old cellars.
tasting workshops in wine shops are the center of the wine tourism experience. They offer an exceptional sensory palette, with wines with complex aromas, from reds to rosés to whites.
The wine estates also open their doors for walks in the vineyards. These walks allow you to visualize the terroir and the cultivation methods, as well as the biodiversity.
For the more curious, it is possible to participate in grape harvests or seasonal events that punctuate the lives of winegrowers.
How does book an immersive experience at La Maison Brotte?
Our reservations are made directly online on the Brotte Wine Museum website, or by telephone if you would like more information.
We are open all year round, seven days a week and are accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Address: Brotte Wine Museum, Avenue Pierre de Luxembourg, 84230 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France
Phone: +33 (0)4 90 83 59 44
E-mail : caveau@brotte.com
