CLOS DU CALVAIRE
Rhône / CHATEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE
Clos du Calvaire, established in 1923, has been passed down to new generations. The proprietorship, helmed by Françoise Roumieux, born Mayard, alongside her children, Nicolas and Coline, has been instrumental in illuminating the prestige of the Clos du Calvaire and the terroirs of Châteauneuf du Pape through their vinicultural endeavors. The perpetuation of knowledge and know-how is a constant undertaking, and their philosophy is unequivocally centered on the veneration of life and the conservation of the ecosystem that sustains their vines. The vineyard is entirely cultivated through organic farming methods, with the incorporation of principles of agroecology, to yield wines that are an unmitigated reflection of the terroirs and grape varieties of the region.
The property comprises of 24 plots, spanning 33 hectares, replete with a diversity of soils and grape varieties. Each wine is a product of distinct terroirs and reflects the rigorous and passionate labor of the entire team, from the cultivation of the vines to the winemaking process and the harvest. The approach to viticulture prioritizes biodiversity and the quality of the terroirs. Consequently, they are constantly making efforts to restructure the soil in their plots through the incorporation of cover crops, which not only capture solar energy to regulate soil temperature and moisture but also augment the soil with organic matter once they decompose. Additionally, they continually plant and maintain hedgerows around their plots, serving as a haven for biodiversity that is beneficial for the ecosystem of the vineyard.
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Vineland Rep.
Françoise Roumieux
Rhône
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Organic
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33 hectares
Grenache Blanc, Roussane, Bourboulenc Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Counoise
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CLOS DU CALVAIRE 'PÈRE PAPE' BLANC
The Père Pape Blanc, which comes from the "La Crau" plot, is a blend of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Clairette and Bourboulenc. This is an authentic terroir of Châteauneuf du Pape, with a soil composed of rolled pebbles on a layer of clay and sand. It has a high potential for aging, but it can also be enjoyed in its youth for its aromatic freshness. Silky and delicate, production of Père Pape Blanc is limited and confidential, producing only 5,000 bottles.
Appellation: AOP Châteauneuf du Pape
Terroir: Sand and red clay covered with "rolled pebbles" alpine diluvium
Grape varieties: 40% Grenache Blanc, 30% Clairette, 20% Roussanne, 10% Bourboulenc
size: 1 hectare
Vines Age: 60 years
Yield: 20 hl/h
Winemaking: Hand-picked grapes in 20 kg crates, sorted by hand at the vineyard and winery, direct pneumatic pressing of whole bunches, cold racking in thermoregulated stainless steel tanks, co-fermentation in half-barrels, no malolactic fermentation. Only native yeasts are used.
Aging: 8 months in half-barrels, aging on fine lees, tangential filtration, bottled at the estate.
Aging Potential: Between 10 and 15 years
Notes: A pure and balanced white wine with a vibrant style that perfectly emphasizes the richness of the terroirs of the region. The nose reveals aromas of white flowers and exotic fruits. On the palate, the aroma is towards citrus, honeyed mint and lime.
Clos du Calvaire Châteauneuf du Pape ROUGE
Historical blend that was first created in 1923 by Marie Louise and Alphonse Mayard, the second generation of winegrowers in the family and creators of the Clos du Calvaire. This iconic wine from the estate is made from grapes grown on various terroirs within the region: rolled pebbles, limestone, red sandstone and sand.
Appellation: AOP Châteauneuf du Pape
Terroir: Alpine diluvium "rolled pebble", red sandstone, safre, and limestone
Grape Varieties: 55% Grenache, 25% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre, 5% Cinsault and Counoise
Size: 15 hectares
Vines Age: 50 years
Yield: 20 hl/h
Winemaking: Hand-picked grapes in 20 kg crates, sorted by hand at the vineyard and winery, gravity fed into the vat, fully destemmed and crushed. Cofermentation depending on ripeness, maceration between 20 and 25 days in concrete vats of 50 to 100 hectoliters, temperature controlled, extraction by draining and pumping over. Only native yeasts and lactic bacteria are used.
Aging: The relatively short aging of 12 months in steel and old oak vats allows the wine to retain the aromatic purity of the majority of Grenache, complemented by Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Counoise.
Aging Potential: Between 10 and 20 years.
Notes: It is a wine of great suppleness, with aromas of red fruits and rose petals. The palate is full with fresh notes of garrigue on fine, persistent tannins. This cuvée shines for its fruity finesse and harmony on the palate.
93
2019
RVF
92
2020
RVF
Clos du Calvaire ‘PÈRE PAPE’ ROUGE
The 2020 vintage marks the new signature of Père Pape with a 100% Grenache blend from our extremely old vines planted on the plots of La Crau, Les Bédines, and Bois Dauphin. Père Pape is a full-bodied wine with a velvet-like texture that authentically reflects the great terroirs of rolled pebbles and sands on which it takes root. These plots house our century-old vines planted just after the phylloxera period and produce small yields. The 24-month aging in oak vats and amphorae brings balance and complexity to this cuvée.
Appellation: AOP Châteauneuf du Pape
Terroir Sand and red clay covered in alpine diluvium "rolled pebbles".
Grape Varitiy: 100% Grenache
Size: 5 hectares
Vines Age: 70 years
Yield: 20 hl/h
Winemaking: Hand-picked grapes in 20 kg crates, sorted by hand at the vineyard and winery, gravity fed into the vat, fully destemmed and partially crushed. Maceration between 25 and 30 days in concrete vats of 40 to 50 hectoliters, temperature controlled, extraction by draining and pumping over. Only native yeasts and lactic bacteria are used.
Aging: 24 months in oak vats and amphorae, lightly filtered on earth, bottled at the estate.
Aging Potential: Between 15 and 25 years.
Notes: This wine offers a varied aromatic palette with notes of blackcurrant and spices. The palate is warm and combines finesse and power, revealing fine-grained, coated tannins. Père Pape delicately and voluptuously reflects our famous terroirs.
95
2016
RVF
93
2019
RVF
