Domaine Galévan Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2017

9th generation Coralie Goumarre is at the helm of the family winery since 1995. Located in the renown village of Courthézon, neighbor with Château Beaucastel, Coralie’s 49 hectares are planted with vines of 60 years-old in average, the oldest being over 100 years-old. Certified organic since 2011 she uses native yeast and vinifications are made with no addition of SO2 to preserve the essence of the wine. Coralie is proud to be a “natural” winemaker, delivering life in her wines. Located on the alluvial terrace of the Rhône, her estate is made of large single blocks mostly based on the impressive Terroir “Galets roulés”, or rounded pebbles made of pure silica, on a base of iron oxide rich clay. This Terroir found only in Châteauneuf is the one who makes their wine inimitable. In a region known for bolder style of wines she is an exception as her wines are never excessive in alcohol, show soft extraction and always keep an approachable character even young.