Domaine Roger Sabon

France

Winery Information

Location: Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Winemaker: Didier Negron

Properties: 18 ha. on the limestone soils of Chateauneuf-du-Pape, divided between 14 plots, each with a different mix of sand, pebbles, gravel and stone. The winery also has 32 ha.on the western side of the the Rhone which includes 12 ha. in the Lirac appellation.

Production: 190,000 bottles annually, of which about one third is AOP Chateauneuf-du-Pape. About 65% of the production is exported.

Web: http://www.domainerogersabon.com/

Family winery founded in 1952 and managed today by the Sabon family and winemaker Didier Negron, a traditionalist who favours ageing in large oak barrels for 6 months after a long time in vats. Elegance prevails over strength in the wines, which means that they might not show their full potential in the early years; however, they gain depth and complexity over time and are currently considered among the best Châteauneufs in the market.
Most of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyards are located in the northeast area, with sandy and chalky soil. The winery also has vineyards in Le Crau, known for its clay soil under a thick layer of Alpine galets. With vineyards on both sides of the Rhône pertaining to different appellations, this winery produces a large diversity of wines. Although most of the grapes grown are Grenache, it also grows varieties like Syrah, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Terret Noire, Counoise, Vaccarèse Muscardin, Roussanne, Clairette, Bourboulenc and White Grenache.