Villa Safranier - Châteauneuf-du-Pape - Red - 2023

Wine:

The 2023 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red is all about floral elegance, with inviting aromas of peony, rose, and a hint of macerated fruit. On the palate, the fruit takes center stage, wrapped in a rich, ripe texture with smooth, well-rounded tannins. It’s a complete and well-balanced wine, aged gently to preserve its natural character, and still in its youthful phase. A touch of licorice lingers on the finish, hinting at its future complexity. A wine to revisit in a year or two — it’s already showing great promise. Rated 93/100 by our Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand-picked grapes. Traditional vinification, fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats.

Color:

Intense ruby-carmine red with purple tints.

Nose:

Intensely fragrant with floral notes of peonies, dried roses and macerated fruits.

Palate:

From the very first sip, the palate is beautifully harmonious, with a dense, well-structured texture. The finish lingers elegantly, marked by subtle notes of licorice stick and impressive length.

Temperature:

Serve at 14 to 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Osso buco, roast braised beef, spiced duck breast skewers and grilled aubergines.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2035

La Villa Safranier has quickly become one of the Rhône Valley’s most exciting names. Born of Claude Hilt’s dream to make world-class wines, this estate brings new energy to the historic terroirs of Rasteau and Châteauneuf. On land once planted with saffron, Grenache and Syrah now thrive, giving life to vibrant, sap-driven wines with real freshness and depth.

Trained in Burgundy and deeply rooted in the south, Claude returned to his home region with a clear ambition — to craft wines of purity and longevity. Today, his cuvées are sought after not just for their character, but for their remarkable potential to age gracefully.