Château Maucoil Châteauneuf-du-Pape Tradition Rouge 2020 Malbec they arrive at the winery

they arrive at the winery where the fruit is gently pressed and only the free run juice is used

Made traditionally at this small estate

apricots and hints of jasmine flowers

the grapes are picked by hand

Big Break vineyard was chosen for this Late Harvest Mourvèdre

Château Maucoil Châteauneuf-du-Pape Tradition Rouge 2020 Malbec they arrive at the wineryWinemaking Chteau Maucoils vineyards are located in the northwest of the Chteauneuf du Pape area (on the left bank of the River Rhne) on the appellations four soil types: pebbles, clay sandstone, Urgonian limestone and, more unusually, sand. Unlike the famous pebbles of the area, sand doesnt retain and transfer heat during the night, resulting in slower ripening and more finesse. The youngest vines average 40 years old, so roots run deep to sustain