2023 Domaine Mayard Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France Arretxea Clay and limestone terroir

Clay and limestone terroir

brothers Xavi Padró and Andreu Padró began La Rural in 2018

intended as a clear expression of terroir and place

Tasting: Honeysuckle

The vines are bush pruned close to the ground

2023 Domaine Mayard Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone, France Arretxea Clay and limestone terroirTechnically a new domaine in Chteauneuf but from a historic family, , Domaine Mayard is quickly making a name for itself to those in the know about the Southern Rhne. Winemakers Arthur and Hugo are the sixth generation of Mayard winemakers, now in charge of this estate following the separation of the Mayard familys vineyards into several properties. 80% Grenache, 10% Cinsault, 10% Mourvdre. From the lieu dit le Grand Coulet in Sorgues, lieu dit la