chateau rayas 2010

château rayas 2010 is a red wine from the châteauneuf-du-pape appellation. produced by the famous château rayas, it is the most sought-after châteauneuf-du-pape. the appellation is located in the côtes du rhône region. château rayas 2010 château rayas 2010 is a red wine produced in the rhône valley region of france. a special feature of this châteauneuf du pape is its blend, which is overwhelmingly made from grenache grapes (around 98%). favoring low yields (barely 18 hectoliters per hectare), the winemaker allows an exceptional terroir to express itself: the sandy soil does not contain the famous bed of pebbles typical of the appellation (louis reynaud is said to have removed them by hand!). fermentation takes place in concrete vats, and the wine is aged for 20 months in old oak barrels. in great vintages, château rayas reaches new heights of smoothness. extraordinary aromas of cherry and raspberry characterize this wine of unrivalled finesse and power in the appellation. château rayas, a myth more than a myth, château rayas is the reality of a unique terroir in the châteauneuf-du-pape appellation, where sand plays a decisive role in the wine's profile. emmanuel reynaud took over the estate on the death of his uncle, jacques. he put the much-needed vineyard back on its feet, without deviating from the spirit that reigned there: very ripe grenache, vinified simply in whole bunches, then aged in old foudres. this 10-hectare estate, consisting of a shady valley, is renowned for its red wine made exclusively from grenache noir (the only hectare dedicated to white wine is made from grenache and clairette). highly prized, a bottle of château rayas can be hard to come by, given the low production (10,000 bottles a year) that the rayas estate is able to guarantee. what to visit around châteauneuf-du-pape? an ancient roman city nestled in the heart of provence, orange is a vaucluse town rich in history. first and foremost, it boasts two exceptional ancient monuments, dating back to the 1st century ad and now classified as a unesco world heritage site. built during the reign of emperor augustus, the roman theater is wonderfully preserved and boasts an astonishing stage wall: 103 meters long and 37 meters high! this showplace of roman times remains so today, thanks to its incredible acoustics. the triumphal arch at the northern entrance to the city is equally superb. a symbol of roman imperialism, this monument is dedicated to the glory of the city's founders. avignon, in the south of france, is a medieval city rich in history and culture, encircled by majestic city walls. it is renowned for its impressive architectural heritage and its palais des papes. to visit avignon is to take a journey through time, where every stone tells a story. it's also an opportunity to discover a vibrant culture, through festivals, provencal gastronomy, and the city's unique atmosphere, both warm and mysterious. also known as the pont saint-bénézet, the pont d'avignon is undoubtedly one of the city's most emblematic monuments. built in the 12th century, it now spans part of the rhône, with only four of its original arches remaining. its international renown is due in no small part to the famous song "sur le pont d'avignon". enjoy a breathtaking view of the palais des papes and the ramparts from this historic structure. it would be unthinkable to miss the magnificent palais des papes during your stay in avignon. this imposing gothic fortress was built in the 14th century and was the seat of the papacy for almost 70 years. the palace bears precious witness to medieval religious architecture and houses numerous works of art. on a guided tour, you'll discover the popes' private apartments, their gardens and the chapel of saint-martial.