Caves Saint-Pierre (Maison Bouachon)

Caves Saint-Pierre was established in 1898 by the Bouachon family, who also owned the négociant firm Maison Bouachon, and the brand name was born when new aging cellars were built in the Saint-Pierre quarter of the village in the 1950s. The estate changed hands in 2001 when it was acquired by Skalli Family Wines, though it continues to produce and market a wide range of wines across multiple Southern Rhône appellations.

Blend

Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre (historically ~60% Grenache, 15% Mourvèdre, 15% Cinsault, 10% Syrah across various vintages; exact 2023 split not publicly confirmed)

Tasting Profile

Typical notes include dark garnet colour with aromas of loam, meaty mushrooms, sugared violets, and garrigue on the nose, while the palate shows dark berries, menthol, cinnamon, tarry tobacco leaf, and earthy spice. The wine is medium-to-full bodied, food-friendly, and benefits from decanting.

Region

Châteauneuf-du-Pape, located in the Southern Rhône Valley near Avignon, was the first AOC wine region recognised in France in 1936 and is renowned for its unique terroir of large rounded galets (pebbles) that store heat and aid ripening. The 2023 vintage was characterised by extreme heat and drought, saved by timely August rains, producing powerful reds with ripe fruit and fresh acidity.

Price Context

Typically retails between $20–$25 USD, making it one of the most affordable Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines available on the market.

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