Bonpas Chateauneuf-du-Pape Bonus Passus
A succulent red with pronounced black cherry, blackberry, and plum, woven together with classic southern Rhône notes of dried herbs, black pepper, licorice, and warm spice. The flavors are dense dark fruit, savory herbal complexity, and expressive, marked by spice, earth. Cellier des Chartreux / Bonpas traces its roots back to the 14th century, when Carthusian monks cultivated vineyards around the Bonpas estate near Avignon. Today, the winery continues this legacy by producing wines that reflect the traditions and terroir of the southern Rhône.
Classification: AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée)
Grape Varietal: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre
Feature: Sustainable, Organic
Country: France
Region: Rhone Valley
Appellation: Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grape Profile: These Rhone varietals thrive in hot, dry conditions. Grenache provides ripe red and black fruit, warmth, and generous texture. Syrah adds color, dark spice, and savory depth. Mourvèdre contributes structure, earthiness, and tannic backbone
Region Profile: Châteauneuf-du-Pape is one of the Rhône Valley’s most prestigious appellations, defined by its Mediterranean climate, abundant sunshine, and iconic galets roulés—large rounded stones that retain heat and aid ripening. Soils vary widely across the appellation, including sand, clay, limestone, and gravel, contributing to complexity and depth.
Pair with: Hearty dishes like grilled red meats, poultry, and game. Rich pasta dishes with meat sauces. Mature aged cheeses like Cheddar and Gouda. Roasted vegetables. Spicy & herb-infused foods.
