Châteauneuf-du-Pape, an exceptional wine-producing village
Discover the village and its wine heritage
Immerse yourself in the captivating atmosphere of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, a charming village perched on a long, wide hill on the left bank of the Rhône, where history blends with the cultivation of vines. This prosperous, peaceful and picturesque village is famous the world over for its prestigious wine.
History and wine heritage
In the Middle Ages, when the popes lived nearby in Avignon, Pope John XXII ordered the construction of the château, of which only the façade remains today. The Pope also ordered vines to be planted on the hill to supply the papal court with wine. From that time onwards, the remarkable qualities of these wines gave them a reputation that has survived the vicissitudes of the centuries right up to the present day.
An exceptional terroir
In the Châteauneuf-du-Pape terroir, the vines thrive in sun-drenched clay soil, strewn with large pebbles washed down by the Rhône during the Ice Ages. Thanks to the unique influence of the Mistral, this terroir produces some of the world's finest wines, renowned for their richness and complexity.
An age-old savoir-faire
Savour the excellence of Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines, the first Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée created in 1923. The hard work of local winemakers, dedicated to producing wines of exceptional quality for generations, has forged the unique character of this exceptional terroir.
A must for wine lovers
For all wine and food lovers, a visit to Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a must on any trip to the lower Rhône valley. Soak up the authentic atmosphere of this iconic wine village and revel in the incomparable flavours of its world-renowned wines.
