IGP Vaucluse Principauté d’Orange – Les Armes des Princes

IGP Vaucluse Principauté d’Orange – Les Armes des Princes

This cuvée, imbued with the heritage of the Princes d’Orange and the resolute character of the Cellier’s founders, is the reflection of know-how handed down through generations. In every glass, it tells the story of a passion for the vines, an unwavering commitment to quality, and an ambition to make the Cellier des Princes name shine beyond our borders. “Les Armes des Princes”, with its deep notes and unique character, is an ode to conviviality and excellence, values dear to the cellar’s winemakers.

Terroir
Clay and silicious. In the surrounding area of Châteauneuf du Pape
Grape varieties
Grenache 70% – Syrah, Caladoc, Carignan 30%
Winemaking
De-stemming, vatting 6 to 10 days in stainless steel tanks with pumping-over. Fermentation temperature 26 to 28° C.
Ageing
9 months in concrete vats, then 3 months in bottle to round out and soften the tannins.
Tasting notes
This deep red coloured wine shows expressive and complex aromas of blackcurrant, Cherry-red with violet highlights. The nose is intense, with cherry and blackcurrant aromas. On the palate, notes of tart red berries. Pleasant to drink young, it has a clean attack on the palate, and is a supple, fruity wine.
Tasting advices
To keep : 2 – 3 years. 14°-16°C
Food pairings
With pizzas, sausages, grilled meats and generally with all types of Mediterranean cuisine. It’s a typical bistro wine, an everyday wine.