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Chateau Fortia Chateauneuf-du-Pape Tradition Rouge 2021

$5499

Few addresses in Chateauneuf-du-Pape carry the weight of Chateau Fortia. This is where Baron Pierre Le Roy basically invented the AOC system in the 1920s and 30s, drawing up the rules that French wine law and the whole appellation idea still run on today. The Tradition cuvee is the estate's calling card: a Grenache-led red, rounded out with Syrah, raised in old foudres so the fruit stays in the driver's seat. It's classic southern Rhone in the old-school mold, all sun-warmed berries, dried herbs and a savory, garrigue-scented edge. A piece of wine history that also happens to be delicious.

Shipping

Every step of the journey is managed to uphold the integrity of each bottle.

  • Nationwide Access: Flat-rate shipping available to most U.S. states with delivery in 3-5 business days.
  • Temperature-Monitored Shipping: We closely monitor weather conditions and make informed decisions to ensure shipments travel safely, with insulated packaging and refrigerated transport available when required.
  • Wine-Specific Protective Packaging: Specialized materials designed to maintain label integrity and prevent breakage during transit.
  • Provenance Assured: All wines are maintained in climate-controlled conditions at our shop until the moment of dispatch.

Returns & Exchanges

We stand behind every bottle we sell.

  • If the wine is less than 10 years old and it is corked, you may return it to us for a full refund or exchange within 60 days of purchase. You must show us proof of purchase. We understand that you may not live near a shop and that it is difficult to ship open bottles of wine to us, so if there's any problem feel free to Contact Us and we'll work it out.
  • For wines older than 10 years, the consumer bears the risk of a faulty cork, but we accept returns of older bottles if the wine is faulty as a result of improper storage. Please come by the store or Contact Us if there is a problem.
  • We may, at our discretion and to the extent permitted by law, accept returns of unopened wines within 30 days of purchase if they were properly stored by the purchaser, subject to a 15% re-stocking fee.

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Phone: (415) 780-1405


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Antonio Galloni

90 points

"Like the Cuvée du Baron from the same vintage, the 2021 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Tradition has turned out much more enticing than the 2020. Swirling the glass unlocks fragrant strawberry, white pepper, licorice and meaty nuances. Gently structured by ripe tannins, the medium- to full-bodied 2021 is an easygoing Tradition with ample freshness." —Nicolas Greinacher

More about Chateau Fortia

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Grenache , Other Regional Grapes , Red Blend , Syrah

  • Vintage

    2021

  • Size

    750ml

  • Farming Practice

    Organic

  • Style

    Earthy

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Medium Bodied

Flatiron's Take

From the Importer

Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Lamb shoulder braised with rosemary and garlic, daube of beef, or roast duck with herbs de Provence.

Tasting Profile

Medium-to-full red, dry, with ripe red and black berries, dried herbs and a savory, peppery finish.