Châteauneuf-du-Pape from One of the Appellation's Most Respected Family Estates

Domaine du Grand Tinel is one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape's most respected family estates — farming some of the appellation's finest Grenache vines and producing wines of real power, purity and character. The 2017 is a Grenache-dominant expression from a warm, generous vintage, and it is drinking beautifully now after eight years of bottle age.

My Wine Man on Domaine du Grand Tinel

This is for someone who wants a serious, full-bodied Châteauneuf-du-Pape that delivers the full Southern Rhône experience. At over 16% abv, this is a wine of real presence and concentration — but the purity of the Grenache fruit keeps it from feeling heavy. If you enjoy rich, spiced reds with depth and warmth, this is a must-try.

Tasting Notes

Pure, pulsating flavours of red plum and kirsch, with subtle layers of smoked cherrywood and vanilla bean from 12 months in oak. Firm, well-integrated tannins frame the wine beautifully, giving it structure without taking away from its immediate approachability. Rich, warm and deeply satisfying.

Style & Drinking Window

Full-bodied with generous fruit, integrated tannins and a long, spiced finish. Drinking beautifully now and will continue to develop through 2030. Serve at 17–19°C.

Food Pairing

A warm, full-bodied Châteauneuf-du-Pape of this richness deserves a richly flavoured roast. We love it with Australian Boneless Lamb Leg Roast from My Meat Man — slow-roasted with rosemary, garlic and a Provençal herb crust, the carving-board lamb is a magnificent match for the wine's red plum, kirsch, smoked cherrywood and warm Southern Rhône spice. A pairing built for a long Sunday lunch.

Why This Is a Smart Buy

Châteauneuf-du-Pape from a respected family estate, now eight years old and drinking at its peak — at HK$269, this is exceptional value for a wine of this appellation and pedigree. Grand Tinel is a name that commands respect in the Southern Rhône, and the 2017 is one of their finest recent releases.

Looking for a Different Style?

For a peer-level Châteauneuf from the renowned Perrin family, the 2020 Château de Vaudieu Closerie de Vaudieu is excellent. For a Grenache-led Barossa GSM expression, 2022 Torbreck The Steading shows the New World take. For aged Southern Rhône depth, the 2013 Grant Burge The Holy Trinity offers 10+ years of bottle development.