Châteauneuf-du-Pape domaine with 61 parcels, mature vines, and Grenache-led reds raised in cement, foudre and oak.
The producer
Domaine Roger Perrin was formed in 1969 after Roger Perrin's father-in-law retired. Xavier Perrin is the fifth generation working the vineyards and continues Luc Perrin's viticultural and vinification practices. Within Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the domaine holds 15.63 hectares divided across 61 parcels, with 13.6 hectares for red wine and 2 hectares for white. Its wines include Châteauneuf-du Pape Roger Perrin 2022, Reserve Vieilles Vignes and Côtes du Rhône Prestige Blanc.
Known for
Old vine Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Notable facts
Roger Perrin formed the domaine in 1969 after his father-in-law chose to retire.
The Châteauneuf-du-Pape holdings cover 15.63 hectares across 61 parcels.
Most vines average over 60 years old, with some parcels exceeding 100 years.
Reserve Vieilles Vignes is produced in 650 cases per vintage.
The story
The Perrin Succession
In 1969, Roger Perrin's father-in-law chose to retire, and Roger Perrin formed Domaine Roger Perrin. The domaine's vines include most averaging over 60 years old, with some parcels exceeding 100 years. Luc Perrin later took over the domaine. When Luc died in 2010 at 45, Véronique Perrin took charge. Xavier Perrin is the fifth generation working the vineyards and continues Luc's viticultural and vinification practices. The succession now runs from Roger's founding through Luc and Véronique to Xavier.
From the atlas
Domaine Roger Perrin
Châteauneuf-du-Pape domaine with mature vines, red and white wines, and Rhône reds raised through cement, foudre and oak.
At A Glance
Appellation
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Wine styles
Red and white wines
Main grapes
Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre
Signature wine
Châteauneuf-du Pape Roger Perrin
Defining feature
Mature vines and traditional cellar vessels
The Producer
Xavier Perrin is the fifth generation working Domaine Roger Perrin's vineyards, continuing Luc Perrin's viticultural and vinification practices. Roger Perrin formed the domaine in 1969 after his father-in-law chose to retire. The estate works within the Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC, producing both red and white wine.
Place
Domaine Roger Perrin's Châteauneuf-du-Pape holdings cover 15.63 hectares, divided across 61 separate parcels. Of that area, 13.6 hectares are devoted to red wine and 2 hectares to white wine. The appellation therefore contains both sides of the domaine's production within one address.
Wines
The wines include Châteauneuf-du Pape Roger Perrin 2022, Châteauneuf-du-Pape Reserve Vieilles Vignes and Côtes du Rhône Prestige Blanc. The 2022 red contains 65% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre and 15% Syrah.
Reserve Vieilles Vignes contains 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre. Much of its Grenache comes from vines over 100 years old. The cuvée is produced in 650 cases per vintage and aged in 30% new French oak barrels and older oak casks for about 12 months.
Côtes du Rhône Prestige Blanc is a white wine with bright notes of apricot, pear and cream, finishing with citrus and wax.
Final Word
Domaine Roger Perrin uses traditional cement vats, foudres, used oak barrels and about 15% new French oak barrels, with wines spending an average of 15 months before bottling.