2012 Domaine de L'Arnesque Châteauneuf-du-Pape Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rhône France Wine Tasting Note
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2012
Domaine de L'Arnesque (Châteauneuf-du-Pape)
Medium bodied, early drinking, light, cherry centered wine with a fresh, herbal tinged finish. 1,727 Views Tasted Jun 18, 2016 |
When to Drink Domaine l'Arnesque, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time
Domaine l'Arnesque can be enjoyed on the young side. Young vintages can be popped and poured, or decanted for an hour so. This allows the wine to soften and open its perfume. Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment.
Domaine l'Arnesque is usually better with 2-4 years of bottle age. Of course, that can vary slightly, depending on the vintage. In the best vintages, the wine should be consumed within 8-10 years after the vintage.
Serving Domaine l'Arnesque with Wine, Food, Pairing Tips
Domaine l'Arnesque is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift.
Domaine l'Arnesque is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, stewed dishes, sausage, eggplant, tomatoes, and cassoulet. Domaine l'Arnesque is also good with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta.
Domaine de l'Arnesque Cuvee la Capelane is no longer produced.
The family also owns 50 hectares of vines in the Cotes du Rhone appellation for the production of both red and white wine.