Since 1860, the Boiron family has passed down the Bosquet des Papes estate through five generations, crafting wines that honor the soul of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Today, Nicolas Boiron and his wife Jeanne-Claire continue that legacy with a steadfast commitment to tradition—eschewing modern flash for authenticity and age-worthy depth.

The “Chante Le Merle” Vieilles Vignes is a prime example: sourced from 80- to 90-year-old vines and raised entirely in neutral foudre and demi-muids, with no new oak to mask its terroir. The result is a wine of remarkable purity and finesse—structured, expressive, and unmistakably Châteauneuf.

This is a classic “iron fist in a velvet glove” wine: full-bodied and richly layered, yet lifted by Provençal garrigue, black raspberry, kirsch, and spice.

We’re offering the final 5 cases in the country of the 2019 vintage, a wine that’s already earned critical acclaim:

• 95 Points – Jeb Dunnuck: “Stunning array of ripe black raspberry and cherry fruits… rich, concentrated mouthfeel, building, firm tannins, and outstanding length.”

• 94 Points – Vinous Media: “Beautiful on the palate… medium to full-bodied with a rich, concentrated mouthfeel and exotic spice.”

We find that the ideal drinking window for a quality old-vine Châteauneuf-du-Pape is typically 2 to 4 years after bottling—when the wine begins to reveal its layered complexity while retaining freshness and vibrancy. This 2019 vintage is right in that sweet spot, showing beautifully now and built to evolve for years to come.

While the 2022 vintage is now arriving, this 2019 is a rare opportunity to secure a benchmark vintage from one of the Rhône’s most respected traditionalists.

Don’t miss your chance—these final cases won’t last. Santé!

Press Accolades:

95 Points, Jeb Dunnuck:

“The old vine cuvée, the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape Chante Le Merle Vieilles Vignes is 85% Grenache and 15% Mourvèdre brought up mostly in foudre, with a small portion in demi-muids. Its deep ruby hue is followed by a stunning array of ripe black raspberry and cherry fruits as well as ground pepper, Provençal garrigue, sandalwood, and exotic spices. Beautiful on the palate as well, it’s medium to full-bodied and has a layered, rich, concentrated mouthfeel, building, firm tannins, and outstanding length. It will benefit from 4–5 years of bottle age and shine for two decades.”

94 Points, Vinous Media: 

“The old vine cuvée, the 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape Chante Le Merle Vieilles Vignes is 85% Grenache and 15% Mourvèdre brought up mostly in foudre, with a small portion in demi-muids. Its deep ruby hue is followed by a stunning array of ripe black raspberry and cherry fruits as well as ground pepper, Provençal garrigue, sandalwood, and exotic spices. Beautiful on the palate as well, it’s medium to full-bodied and has a layered, rich, concentrated mouthfeel, building, firm tannins, and outstanding length. It will benefit from 4–5 years of bottle age and shine for two decades.”