Domaine la Barroche - Châteauneuf-du-Pape - Julien Barrot - Red - 2023

Wine:

From sandy soils, the 2023 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Julien Barrot Red reveals a beautifully infused, finely etched structure, layered with floral tones, red berries, and cherry. It’s a superb expression of juicy Grenache—complete, harmonious, and delivering a silky, voluptuous texture with impressive depth. The power of the vintage is seamlessly woven in, while the fruit remains vibrant and luminous. A standout ambassador for Châteauneuf-du-Pape, showcasing the signature finesse of master winemaker Julien Barrot. A Selection Committee favorite, rated 93+/100.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Vinification in concrete tulip vats. Gentle extraction. Aged in old casks and demi-muids and concrete tulip vats for 19 months.

Color:

Bright ruby red.

Nose:

Delicate cherry aromas and a subtle floral touch.

Palate:

A beautiful balance offering silky tannins, a supple and elegant structure with a lingering, refined finish.

Temperature:

Serve at 14 to 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Sautéed rib of beef with bone marrow, herb-crusted shoulder of lamb, chilli con carne, aubergine tian, cheeses.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2033

A hidden gem of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine La Barroche is a discreet yet highly acclaimed estate, praised by none other than Olivier Poussier, Best Sommelier in the World.


Julien and Laetitia Barrot farm some of the appellation’s finest old vines—many over a hundred years old—on prized plots, particularly in the cooler northern sector near Rayas. There, in their pursuit of freshness, they craft extraordinary cuvées available exclusively through allocation.


Produced in small volumes and aged in concrete vats or large wooden casks, these wines carry a near-cult status among collectors and connoisseurs. The estate’s refined, low-profile approach has earned it one star in the Revue du Vin de France guide—a mark of true excellence.