Chateau de Montfaucon
History
The history of Montfaucon Castle dates back to the 11th century, when the first tower of the castle was built. The castle was enlarged in the Middle Ages, it then acquired the triangular shape which it retains today. The restoration and extension of the castle were carried out in the 1880s by Baron Louis. The new facade recalls the Scottish style, the result of maternal influences. The castle retained its shape, making it the only triangular castle still inhabited today.
Wine has been made at Chateau de Montfaucon since the XVIth century. It is located in Montfaucon in the heart of Rhone Valley, on the right bank of the river Rhône, barely a 15 minute drive from Chateauneuf-du-Pape. As far back as 1829 they bottled and sold wine in Paris under their own label “Vin de Monsieur Baron de Montfaucon.”
Elegance & Finesse
Baron Rodolphe de Pins, owner of Chateau de Montfaucon, owns one of the oldest vineyards in France. Here is Rodolphe in his plot of Clairette vines which are 140 years old.
Rodolphe seeks finesse and elegance in his wines. “I like wines that are complex, but also enjoyable and easy to drink; like the wines of Burgundy, but working with the Southern Rhône varietals and climate. All my work is to find harmony and balance in the wine.” …. Baron Rodolphe de Pins
Baron Louis Rouge, AOP Lirac
The cuvée Baron Louis is a special blend made from old vines on the distinguished Lirac Cru terroir. One of the strengths of Montfaucon is the diversity of soils and exposure combined with a large selection of Rhone grape varieties, which contribute to the great quality and complexity of its wines. Baron Louis is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Cinsault and Mourvedré.
Perfect with many Indian dishes from Biryani to kebabs. It is fresh and bright with black fruit, cassis and spice on the nose with a velvet mouthfeel with very polished tannins. All in all a delight to drink.
Baron de Montfaucon
Le Petit Baron Rouge
Montfaucon's red and white wines were both Medal winners at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2013. It is a Rhone blend using Carignan, Grenache, Syrah & Mourvedré.
This is an easy drinking wine that you can enjoy as soon as you open the bottle. No fuss and yet it delivers all you seek. Fruit, spice and freshness. Perfect on its own or paired with your favourite dish.
Baron de Montfaucon La Demoiselle Rose
On the right bank of the Rhone River, high on a rocky promontory, stands Château de Montfaucon. It once belonged to the French crown. Owned by Baron Rodolphe de Pins.
Montfaucon's red and white wines were both Medal winners at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2013. This one has the distinction of also being Rated best Rose from Rhone by Wine Advocate.
It is lively, joyful and delicious with peach, red berry & citrus notes. The perfect summer drink.