Clos du Calvaire

Le Clos du Calvaire, located in the heart of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation, is an emblematic estate that has carried on the winemaking tradition for several generations. Under the direction of the Mayard family, this family-run vineyard strives to produce authentic wines, highlighting the pure expression of the exceptional Châteauneuf-du-Pape terroir.

Thanks to meticulous vineyard work and a respectful approach to the environment, le Clos du Calvaire crafts balanced, elegant cuvées faithful to the great wines of the Rhône Valley. Its commitment to organic farming and precise winemaking make this estate a benchmark not to be missed.

Le Clos du Calvaire covers some 30 hectares, spread over several prestigious terroirs in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. The appellation benefits from a Mediterranean climate characterized by hot, dry summers, tempered by the Mistral wind, which keeps the vines healthy and the grapes fresh. These conditions ensure optimal ripening of the grape varieties, giving rise to powerful, well-balanced wines. The estate's soils are composed of rolled pebbles, red clay and sand, offering a diversity of expression to the wines. The pebbles retain heat during the day and release it at night, favoring the concentration of aromas and the complexity of the cuvées.

Here are the Cuvées Emblématiques du Clos du Calvaire.

- Clos du Calvaire Rouge: this cuvée is a tribute to the pure expression of Châteauneuf-du-Pape's emblematic grape varieties. It reveals an intense nose of black fruits, sweet spices and garrigue. On the palate, it offers a silky texture, mellow tannins and remarkable length. Ideal with grilled meats, sauce dishes and mature cheeses.

- Clos du Calvaire Blanc: This rare, refined white wine expresses all the finesse of Rhône white grape varieties. It reveals aromas of white flowers, peach and honey, with a beautiful mineral tension. The palate is full-bodied, balanced and persistent. It goes perfectly with noble fish, shellfish and truffle-based dishes.

- Clos du Calvaire Les Terres de la Crau: made from the estate's oldest vines, this cuvée reveals exceptional concentration and complexity. Its deep nose blends notes of jammy black fruit, cocoa and licorice. The palate is powerful, structured and long-lasting. This wine for laying down pairs magnificently with game, prime rib or a dish based on wild mushrooms.

- Clos du Calvaire Père Pape: This top-of-the-range cuvée is produced in limited quantities, from the estate's finest parcels. It is distinguished by its elegance and aromatic depth, with notes of black cherry, Provence herbs and a subtle woody touch. The palate is full-bodied, velvety and long-lasting. A gastronomic wine ideal for sophisticated pairings like herb-roasted lamb or stuffed pigeon.

Thanks to its commitment to sustainable viticulture and meticulous winemaking, Clos du Calvaire is now recognized as one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape's benchmark estates. Its wines, renowned for their elegance and complexity, are appreciated by wine lovers and sommeliers the world over. The Mayard family strives to preserve ancestral know-how while integrating modern techniques, resulting in authentic, refined wines. The estate proves that Châteauneuf-du-Pape can combine power and finesse, giving birth to cuvées of character and great expression.

Guide des meilleurs vins de France 2025: "The fruit is scintillating, the palate displays roundness and beautiful maturity, without excess power. One of Châteauneuf's finest vintages of the vintage."