The 2023 Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Bernardine Rouge opens with generous aromas of ripe raspberry, black cherry and plum, layered with notes of garrigue herbs, licorice, black pepper and warm spice. The palate is full-bodied yet beautifully balanced, showing silky tannins, concentrated dark fruit and a touch of earthy complexity that carries through to a long, savoury finish. Crafted predominantly from Grenache grown on the classic galet-strewn soils of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this expressive Rhône red pairs wonderfully with roasted lamb, grilled ribeye, duck confit, slow-braised beef or hearty Mediterranean dishes. Enjoy now with decanting or cellar for added complexity.