The surface of the estate is 22 hectares divided in 33 lots in the best soils. The different grape varieties used are: black Grenache (80%), Syrah (5%), Cinsault (5%), Clairette (5%), Mourvèdre, Picpoul and Bourboulenc.
The red Chateauneuf are characterised by a deep colour, predominantly purple or garnet-red although the first years, ruby as they get older. They release delicate fragrance, sometimes with strength. In mouth, they display their wide architectural dimensions. They are perfect companions for red meat, game and cheese.
The white Chateauneuf are refined, elegant wines of a pale yellow colour, lightly green. You will find in them uncommon balance and freshness. These sweet and still vigorous wines will delight the most delicate palate.

The vineyard of Chateauneuf du Pâpe was probably founded by Romans. The name Castrum Novum (which means New Castle in Latin) was first used in 1157 because of the castle that was just build. During the 12th century, the first vines appeared. The first references to the wines are dated 1321 during the stay of the Popes in Avignon. The first rule concerning vine growing in Chateauneuf du Pâpe is dated 1727. In 1922, the vintner's Union decided to accept certain rules concerning the region of production, the grapes to grow, the alcoholic percentage, the selection of the crop, the gustatory control of wines, Rosé was then banned.. These rules are the base of the nowadays regulation for the Controlled Appellation which was given to Chateauneuf in 1936.

The area of appellation is 3200 Ha large, composed of Chateauneuf du Pâpe, Courthezon, Bédarrides and Orange. 13 grape varieties are allowed:
   Red grapes: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Vaccarèse, Terret, Counoise, Muscardin.
   White grapes: Grenache, Roussanne, Clairette, Bourboulenc, Picardan, Picpoul
The maximum yield is 35 Hl/Ha and the minimum percentage of alcohol is 12.5%.

What make the soil of Chateauneuf du Pâpe interesting are the famous stoned which keep the heat all day long and restore it during the night. The sun and the wind called Mistral are both very important factors to the micro climate of this region.

• Châteauneuf du Pape Blanc 1994: Sélection Guide Hachette 1997
• Châteauneuf du Pape Rouge 1994: Noté 89+/100 par Robert Parker