Château de Montfaucon Châteauneuf-du-Pape du Baron de Montfaucon “Cuvee Bimard” 2019
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The Land:
As France’s first AOC, established in 1936, Châteauneuf-du-Pape remains one of the most prestigious wine regions in the Rhône Valley. Spanning 3,150 hectares across five communes—Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Bédarrides, Courthézon, Orange, and Sorgues—the appellation is defined by its diverse terroirs, mistral winds, and abundant sunshine. The soils vary widely, but the galets roulés (large, heat-retaining stones) of Montfaucon’s vineyards, particularly in le Bois de la Ville and le Limas, allow for excellent drainage and slow, even ripening. The region’s 13 permitted grape varieties and emphasis on sustainability (35% of vineyards farmed organically or biodynamically) ensure wines of complexity and authenticity.
The Wine:
A 50% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre, and 20% Cinsault blend, fermented with native yeasts and aged in older barriques, Cuvée Bimard is deeper and more structured than Montfaucon’s standard Châteauneuf. The 2019 vintage, shaped by warm days and cool nights, delivers rich, dark fruit and savory depth. Aromas of cured meat, espresso, and mocha hint at the influence of oak (baking spice), while the palate is filled with plum, blackberries, and garrigue. The wine is full-bodied yet well-balanced, with firm tannins and a long, chocolaty finish, promising excellent aging potential.
The People:
Château de Montfaucon, whose origins date back to the 16th century, sits just across the Rhône from Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Under the guidance of Rodolphe de Pins, the estate has become a leader in organic farming and terroir-driven winemaking. While best known for its Lirac wines, Montfaucon’s Châteauneuf-du-Pape bottlings showcase the same commitment to elegance and balance. Cuvée Bimard is a serious, age-worthy expression of the appellation, capturing both its power and finesse.
Food Pairings:
1. Shepherd’s Pie – The wine’s deep blackberry and plum notes complement the savory richness of ground lamb or beef, while its firm tannins cut through the creamy mashed potato topping. Hints of garrigue in the wine mirror the dish’s herbaceous elements, creating a seamless pairing.
2. Duck Confit Cassoulet – The rustic, slow-cooked flavors of cassoulet, with its mix of duck, sausage, and white beans, are an ideal match for the wine’s dark fruit, spice, and earthy undertones. The structured tannins and acidity help balance the dish’s richness, making for a hearty, classic pairing.
3. Eggplant and Tomato Gratin with Herbs and Parmesan (Vegetarian) – Layers of roasted eggplant, tomato, and fresh herbs bring out the wine’s Mediterranean character, while the dish’s umami depth and melted cheese complement its ripe fruit and savory spice. The wine’s acidity keeps the flavors fresh and balanced.
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The Rhône Valley is a diverse and historic wine region, divided into two distinct areas. The Northern Rhône is the birthplace of Syrah, with steep, terraced vineyards that produce some of the world's most revered wines, such as those from Hermitage and Côte-Rôtie. The Southern Rhône is much more expansive, offering a wider range of styles, but typically based around Grenache-based blends, with wines from Châteauneuf-du-Pape known for their complexity and power. While the region is celebrated for its reds, it also produces incredible textured whites, and as a whole the region displays the spectrum of French wine and the incredible differences that can come from small geographic changes.
Rhone Valley
Grenache is a widely planted grape variety that thrives in its Mediterranean home. In Spain, it's known as Garnacha, where it reaches its peak in the Sierra de Gredos as a pure varietal wine, while also being a key blending component in Rioja. France's Southern Rhône, notably Châteauneuf-du-Pape, is another well-known region, where Grenache is often the base of a blended wine. Grenache also finds a home in Sardinia as Cannonau, and it has spread beyond its Mediterranean origins, most famously to Australia's Barossa Valley. The resulting wines are typically light in color, yet they possess a full body and flavor, displaying mature red fruit notes, herbal spices, and often a hint of orange peel, along with soft tannins and moderate acidity. It is an incredibly versatile grape, showing different expressions based on its terroir and the winemaking style employed.
