Chateauneuf du Pape Dirty bottle

La Fiole’s Châteauneuf-du-Pape combines ripe berry fruit with warm spice and earthy truffle notes. The bottle’s dusty, cellar-like appearance is an intentional presentation feature, as confirmed by the store.

Key details

• Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône Valley, France
• La Fiole presentation
• Sugar Level: Dry
• Body: Full-bodied

Flavor profile

Ripe berries, cherry, blackcurrant and spice, with a fleshy, powerful palate.

After opening & when to enjoy

Recork and refrigerate after opening. Aim to enjoy within 3–4 days for the freshest fruit; a mature bottle may fade sooner. Let reds warm back toward serving temperature before pouring.

Pairing & serving

Serve around 60–63°F with mushroom risotto, lamb or aged cheese. Taste on opening and give a short decant if needed.