Château de Nalys
Saintes Pierres de Nalys Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2022
Chateauneuf-du-Pape
Translated as “holy stones”, a play on the soils and history of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the second red wine to Château de Nalys is an altogether different animal. Differing varietal and plot selections, fermentation, and aging result in a wine that is rich and ample, yet offers immense direct and approachable pleasure; a wine of red fruits, supple structure and brightness.
In comparison to the Grand Vin, this wine relies both on varieties and plots that bring freshness, and a vinfication entirely in stainless steel and foudres that emphasizes that freshness.
VINEYARD
This wine is produced from three exceptional terroirs: “Nalys” (33%) with red sandstone typical of the Comtat and Saffres, “Bois Sénéchal” (33%) and “La Crau” (34%), both constituted of ancient alluvial stones from the Rhone, the famous galets.
WINEMAKING
Manual harvest and sorting, followed by vinification in thermoregulated tanks around 28-30°C. Vinification lasts around 4 weeks.
TASTING NOTE
Eye: Deep, dark and dense red. Nose: Intense nose of red and black berries, spice. Palate: Beautiful composition, silky tannins, power and elegance. Overall: Expressive, noble and complete.
FOOD PAIRING
An assortment of charcuterie, red meat grilled or cooked in a sauce like a spring lamb stew, a platter of aged cheeses.
Color
Red
Blend %
100% Rhone Red Blend
Appellation
Chateauneuf-du-Pape
Alcohol
15.5%
Suggested Retail Price
$80.99
Reviews
Wine Spectator - October 29, 2025 "Velvety and silky in feel, with a decadent stream of mocha-coated cherry and grilled herbs draped with wood spice, anise and and subtle toast notes. Salty acidity kicks in, keeping the tension high through the long, full-bodied, glistening finish. Polished and stylish."
James Suckling - July 18, 2024 "A solid, fine and textural red with notes of dark cherries, red berries, cassis and sweet spices. It’s full-bodied with firm tannins. Focused, with a solid core of berries and a comforting. fruity finish."
Jeb Dunnuck - May 9, 2025 "Based on 65% Grenache, 25% Syrah, 5% Muscardin, and the rest a mix of permitted varieties, the 2022 Châteauneuf Du Pape Saintes Pierres De Nalys reveals blackberries, exotic spices, flowers, and tapenade on the nose. Medium to full-bodied and pure on the palate, it shows a layered texture and ripe, polished tannins. Aging in 80% foudres and oak barrels for 24 months, this beautifully balanced wine has classic Châteauneuf character and will have 10-15 years of prime drinking."
Vinous - June 14, 2024 " Coming in a notch below the Château de Nalys from the same vintage, the 2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Saintes Pierres de Nalys performs nonetheless. Red-fruited and spicy, the 2022 is neatly framed by gentle tannins and offers a refreshing profile."
Trade Materials
Other Wines by this Producer
Saintes Pierres de Nalys Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
The second white wine to the Chateau de Nalys Grand Vin Blanc has a character all its own, with a strongly different varietal and plot composition, and like its red Saintes Pierres counterpart, a fermentation, and aging geared towards emphasizing freshness. The hallmark seamlessness of Guigal's white wines is especially evident in this wine, which is unlike any Chateauneuf white we have experienced in its grace and lift.
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Grand Vin Blanc
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Guigal's mastery of growing and producing white wine varieties in the Rhone Valley is exemplified in this wine of immense breadth and power, elegance and expression. Intensely aromatic nose of white flowers, citrus and a touch of vanilla, on the palate the presence is undeniably penetrating, with a deep minerality joining the notes above.
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Grand Vin
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
The realization of the Guigal family's dream of Chateauneuf-du-Pape: 3 extraordinary vineyards coming together in an intensely expressive, utterly complete wine. It defines the estate style with a precision of fruit, spice and mineral structures and, notably, a beautifully composed structure that builds and unfolds.
