The Winery Famille Coulon of Châteauneuf-du-Pape of Rhone Valley

Winery Famille Coulon
The winery offers 29 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 4.1.
This estate is part of the Domaine Beaurenard.
It is ranked in the top of the estates of Rhone Valley.
It is located in Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the region of Rhone Valley
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The Winery Famille Coulon is one of the largest wineries in the world. It offers 29 wines for sale in of Châteauneuf-du-Pape to come and discover on site or to buy online.

The Domaine Famille Coulon is an award-winning wine estate, located within the rich and varied setting of the French Wine region, in the heart of France. This estate is a family business, which was established and has remained within the Coulon family for generations. This family heritage and commitment to tradition are fundamental elements of their identity and are deeply embedded in everything they do. Spread over several hectares, the vineyard is composed of various grape varieties, allowing for the production of a range of unique wines. These wines reflect both the specific terroir of the region and the very personal approach to viticulture and winemaking taken by the Coulon family. Over the vintages, the Domaine Famille Coulon has acquired an exceptional reputation for premium quality wines. Their wines are characterised by their finesse, complexity and ability to age beautifully. They are appreciated not only on a national scale but also on the international stage. The estate itself is set in a stunning landscape, characterised by gentle hills and picturesque wine panoramas. A wildlife haven, the vines are nestled between woods and olive groves, reflecting the biodiversity of the region. Visiting the Domaine Famille Coulon is a memorable experience. The enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff offer tastings and tours which are not limited to presenting the wines, but also provide an insight into the history, traditions and winemaking techniques. Finally, the Coulon family is committed to the environment and practices sustainable viticulture. This means that everything, from growing the vines to winemaking, is done in a way to minimize the impact on the environment and preserve the terroir for future generations.

Top Winery Famille Coulon wines

Looking for the best Winery Famille Coulon wines in Châteauneuf-du-Pape among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Winery Famille Coulon wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Winery Famille Coulon wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top red wines of Winery Famille Coulon

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Winery Famille Coulon

How Winery Famille Coulon wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of lamb, pork or poultry such as recipes of lamb tagine with dried fruits, peasant minestrone or potato and bacon omelette.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Winery Famille Coulon

On the nose the red wine of Winery Famille Coulon. often reveals types of flavors of cherry, oaky or citrus and sometimes also flavors of smoke, apples or butter. In the mouth the red wine of Winery Famille Coulon. is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.

The best vintages in the red wines of Winery Famille Coulon

  • 1990With an average score of 4.40/5
  • 2006With an average score of 4.25/5
  • 2020With an average score of 4.24/5
  • 1989With an average score of 4.20/5
  • 1998With an average score of 4.18/5
  • 2019With an average score of 4.16/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Winery Famille Coulon.

  • Shiraz/Syrah
  • Grenache
  • Mourvedre
  • Cinsault
  • Counoise
  • Vaccareze

Discovering the wine region of Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Pinnacle of great southern Rhône reds, up to 13 blended grapes: signature Grenache as king — powerful and structured with notes of black cherry, kirsch, garrigue, leather, tar and sweet spices, firm tannins when young and gamey complexity with ageing. Deep Syrah, dense Mourvèdre and supple Cinsault complete it. Rare full whites (Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Roussanne) with almond, anise, honeysuckle notes. Legendary AOC (1936), rolled pebbles, mistral and sun.

The top white wines of Winery Famille Coulon

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Winery Famille Coulon

How Winery Famille Coulon wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of pork, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) or mature and hard cheese such as recipes of vegetable planter, braids of sole and salmon with morels or stuffed eggplant bonifacian style.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Winery Famille Coulon

On the nose the white wine of Winery Famille Coulon. often reveals types of flavors of cream, cherry or grapefruit and sometimes also flavors of oaky, citrus or peach. In the mouth the white wine of Winery Famille Coulon. is a powerful with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the white wines of Winery Famille Coulon

  • 2006With an average score of 4.30/5
  • 2015With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2012With an average score of 4.03/5
  • 2016With an average score of 4.01/5
  • 2017With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2013With an average score of 4.00/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Winery Famille Coulon.

  • Roussanne
  • Clairette
  • Bourboulenc
  • Grenache
  • Grenache Blanc
  • Picardan

Discover the grape variety: Cinsault

Light, fresh reds with a clear robe, supple tannins and a tender mouth, featuring aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, rose, peony and soft spices. The absolute pillar of Provençal rosés (Côtes de Provence AOC, Bandol rosé) to which it brings finesse and freshness, also a component of GSM blends in Côtes-du-Rhône and Languedoc. Also a single variety in South Africa where it is a parent of Pinotage. Historic southern French grape.

The top pink wines of Winery Famille Coulon

Food and wine pairings with a pink wine of Winery Famille Coulon

How Winery Famille Coulon wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of pork, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) or shellfish such as recipes of rabbit socks in gibelotte, gravelax salmon or spaghetti with clams.

Organoleptic analysis of pink wines of Winery Famille Coulon

On the nose the pink wine of Winery Famille Coulon. often reveals types of flavors of citrus, strawberries or raspberry and sometimes also flavors of melon, earth or oak. In the mouth the pink wine of Winery Famille Coulon. is a powerful with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the pink wines of Winery Famille Coulon

  • 2019With an average score of 4.20/5
  • 2015With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2014With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2016With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2018With an average score of 3.70/5
  • 2017With an average score of 3.40/5

The grape varieties most used in the pink wines of Winery Famille Coulon.

  • Shiraz/Syrah
  • Grenache
  • Mourvedre
  • Cinsault

The word of the wine: Size (champagne)

Juices that flow from the press after the cuvée, at the second pressing. Less fine, often more vegetal, it is mainly used to make the first price champagnes.

The top natural sweet wines of Winery Famille Coulon

Food and wine pairings with a natural sweet wine of Winery Famille Coulon

How Winery Famille Coulon wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, mature and hard cheese or lamb such as recipes of spaghetti with beef balls, savoyard fondue with ceps or saddle of lamb stuffed with chicken breast and basil.

Organoleptic analysis of natural sweet wines of Winery Famille Coulon

On the nose the natural sweet wine of Winery Famille Coulon. often reveals types of flavors of cherry, tobacco or vanilla and sometimes also flavors of cocoa, chocolate or non oak.

The best vintages in the natural sweet wines of Winery Famille Coulon

  • 2011With an average score of 4.30/5
  • 2015With an average score of 4.30/5
  • 2007With an average score of 4.20/5
  • 2014With an average score of 4.14/5
  • 2003With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2012With an average score of 3.70/5

The grape varieties most used in the natural sweet wines of Winery Famille Coulon.

  • Grenache
  • Merlot
  • Garnacha
  • Cabernet Sauvignon

Discover the grape variety: Counoise

Supple and fresh reds with a clear ruby colour, melted tannins and preserved acidity despite the sun, on aromas of strawberry, raspberry, red cherry, white pepper, garrigue and spiced notes. Airy and thirst-quenching palate. A traditional component of Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC (one of the 13 authorised varieties), it brings freshness, finesse and aromatic complexity to southern blends of Côtes-du-Rhône and Languedoc. Native Rhône variety, very late-ripening.

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Discover the grape variety: Vaccareze

Crisp, aromatic dry whites with a pale golden colour, a lean palate and preserved acidity showing citrus (lemon, grapefruit), white flowers (acacia) and Rhodanian herbaceous notes. An airy profile bringing freshness to blends. A traditional component of Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC (one of the 13 authorised varieties) and the white wines of the Côtes-du-Rhône.