Château de Nalys

Saintes Pierres de Nalys - Châteauneuf du Pape rouge 2021

4/5 (1 review)

"A Châteauneuf of extraordinary charm".

"The transition in the cellar under Ralph Garcin seems to be bearing fruit, as witnessed by the three consecutive Favorites s over the last three editions. On view this year is the estate's classic label, a stunning 2021 with a captivating nose of resin, coriander, dead leaves, wild strawberry and candied blackberry. Magnified by sappy tannins perfectly set in the flesh and barely perceptible oak, the palate is noble, caressing and fresh, where the aromas revealed on olfaction blossom, enhanced by an irresistible mineral touch of flint. Madly charming. (Le Guide Hachette 2025)

Château de Nalys - Châteauneuf du Pape rouge 2019

"A refined and elegant Châteauneuf du Pape!

"A long 5-week maceration and 24 months of luxurious barrel ageing, 20% of which was new, have shaped the character of this highly expressive wine. The nose reveals scents of wild berries and fresh walnuts, with a touch of leather and star anise. This complexity is fully revealed on the palate, which is full-bodied and fat, with powerful tannins and a fresh, licorice-like mouthfeel. We applaud the flawless harmony of this promising Châteauneuf, which has perfectly tamed the heat of 2019." (Le Guide Hachette 2023)

Château de Nalys - Châteauneuf du Pape blanc 2021

"A perfectly chiseled jewel

"This prodigious white is made from Roussanne, Grenache blanc and a touch of Clairette (20%), fermented in wood and then aged in demi-muids for 9 months. Initially floral, the nose becomes sweeter with aeration, with scents of dried apricot, verbena and honey, enhanced by notes of butter and vanilla. Lively on the attack, the palate adds a great deal of tension and minerality to this complex palette, with an unctuous texture supported by a balanced woodiness that preserves fruit and freshness. A perfectly chiseled gem". (Le Guide Hachette 2024)

Domaine de Nalys - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Réserve 2015

3.9/5 (8 reviews)

" The Châteauneuf du Pape Réserve 2015 is a very fine success. Yes, there's wood present, but it's balanced in proportion to the power and intensity of the fruit, ripe cherry. This full-bodied wine is sumptuous and velvety from start to finish, with incorporated baking spice notes and a long cherry-vanilla finish. It's approachable now, but I'd give it a few years to allow the wood to integrate better." (Wine Advocate 2017 - Robert Parker) Wine to keep!