# Le Hurlevent Châteauneuf-du-Pape (2022)

- **Producer:** Famille Roumieux
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault
- **Region:** Rhône, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** spice, black plum, red cherry, black cherry, raspberry, leather, earth

## About this wine

Le Hurlevent Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2022 by Famille Roumieux is a red wine from the Southern Rhône Valley, France. The name 'Le Hurlevent' translates to 'The Howling Wind,' evoking the region's climate. This wine is a micro-negociant project initiated by fifth-generation winemaker Françoise Roumieux, who sources grapes from farmers adhering to organic practices, mirroring her family's estate. Famille Roumieux has a winemaking legacy dating back to 1865, with a philosophy centered on respecting terroir and achieving balance through agroecological farming.

## Interesting facts

- Le Hurlevent means 'The Howling Wind,' referencing the region's Mistral winds.
- The name is also a nod to Emily Brontë's novel 'Wuthering Heights.'
- Françoise Roumieux, the winemaker, is a fifth-generation member of the Mayard family.
- Grapes are sourced from farmers practicing certified organic methods.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and robust tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of proteins like lamb, beef, and game. The fruit-forward notes can harmonize with savory sauces and earthy vegetables, while the wine's structure can cut through fattier cuts of meat.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Le Hurlevent Châteauneuf-du-Pape involves hand-harvested grapes that are destemmed. Fermentation occurs with native yeasts in concrete vats for 3-4 weeks, employing pump-overs and delestage. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for 14 months in large concrete tanks. The producer utilizes certified organic farming practices and aims for minimal sulfur addition.