Château de Beaucastel

Château de Beaucastel is an estate defined by diversified vineyards and a blend of traditional and modern winemaking.

Its 100 hectares include 70 hectares of Châteauneuf-du-Pape vines planted to all 13 traditional grapes, creating layered reds and whites. The Rouge is a structured blend led by Grenache and Mourvèdre, supported by Syrah, Counoise, and others. The Blanc centers on Roussanne, showing the estate’s focus on serious white wine.

In the cellar, grapes are hand-harvested, fermented with natural yeasts, and matured in large neutral oak foudres for the reds to preserve fruit transparency, while the whites see smaller barrel aging (with new oak for Roussanne Vieilles Vignes). A brief pre-fermentation flash-heating step is used to sterilize the must (reducing the risk of spoilage yeasts like Brettanomyces), which allows lower sulfur dioxide additions, illustrating the winery’s pragmatic approach to innovation.

Together, these choices shape wines with depth, clarity, and a distinct sense of place.

Château de Beaucastel stands out for its dedication to timeless quality and innovative practices.

• Heritage and Reputation — recognized as a leader in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, it consistently receives high scores and praise from wine critics.
• Organic Pioneers — early adoption of organic farming reflects its commitment to authentic wine production.
• Complexity and Aging — known for wines with depth and longevity, many of its vintages are considered modern classics.
• Diverse Varietals — a full palette of permitted grapes yields unique blends that capture the region's range.
• Global Influence — the Perrin family's contributions to the wine industry extend beyond France, influencing global wine practices.

• Who owns and manages Château de Beaucastel?

  The Perrin family has stewarded the estate since 1909. Today it is managed by the fourth and fifth generations, including brothers Jean-Pierre and François Perrin and their children.

• When was the estate established?

  It was first documented in 1549, reflecting a long-standing winemaking tradition.

• Where is it located?

  In Courthézon, within the Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC of the Southern Rhône, France.

• What makes Château de Beaucastel’s wines unique?

  They cultivate all 13 permitted Châteauneuf-du-Pape grape varieties and often blend many of them, yielding depth and complexity. The estate also pioneered organic farming in the 1950s (formally adopting it in 1964) and balances traditional methods with pragmatic innovation.

• Which grape varieties are central to the blends?

  For the Rouge, Grenache and Mourvèdre lead, supported by Syrah, Counoise, and others. For the Blanc, Roussanne is the cornerstone.

• What is the focus of Château de Beaucastel’s white wines?

  Roussanne-driven whites known for richness and aromatics, underscoring the estate’s strength with whites.

• When did Château de Beaucastel adopt organic farming?

  They moved away from chemical fertilizers and pesticides in the 1950s and formally adopted organic methods in 1964.

• What are the flagship wines?

  Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge and Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc.

• What is Hommage à Jacques Perrin?

  A special cuvée produced only in outstanding vintages, primarily from very old Mourvèdre vines, honoring Jacques Perrin.

• Has the estate received notable recognition?

  Jean-Pierre and François Perrin were named Decanter’s “Men of the Year” in 2014, reflecting Beaucastel’s influence and acclaimed reputation.