Barton Guestier Chateauneuf Du Pape

About Barton & Guestier At Barton & Guestier, we are guided by the visionary and pioneering spirit of our founders, Thomas Barton and Daniel. Guestier, embracing as they did, every chance to discover new horizons, passionately. At Barton & Guestier, from vine to wine, from vinification to tasting, with our expertise and commitment, we aim perfection. Additionally, we make a point of honor of conveying our know-how, both through time, from one generation to the next, and through space, from one country to another, from one culture to another. At Barton & Guestier, we have proclaimed "Art Of Living" our company philosophy. We are lucky to share this state of mind of generosity and sharing with the guests we welcome at Château Magnol and the people we meet around the world Classification: Appellation Châteauneuf du Pape Contrôlée Region: Southern Cotes du Rhône vineyard, between Avignon and Orange Grape Varieties: 50% Syrah, 50% Grenache Soil: Composed mainly of big round shape stones called “gallet” mixed with sandy clay Climate: Mediterranean climate of sunshine and heat Vinification: De-stalked grapes – alcoholic fermentation at high temperature (30 to 35°C) with daily rack and return – aging on lees for 9 months with controlled oxidation Viticulture: Low yields, hand tending, careful selection and minimal interference in the natural ripening of the grapes.