Rhône, France
Château de Beaucastel
Biodynamic pioneers of Châteauneuf-du-Pape since 1549
Est. 1549
About the Estate
Château de Beaucastel is a legendary Châteauneuf-du-Pape estate combining 500 years of history with radical organic and biodynamic farming practices. Famous for planting all 13 permitted grape varieties and pioneering biodynamic viticulture in 1974, the Perrin family estate produces age-worthy wines from vines rooted deep into galets roulés (rounded river stones). The flagship wine consistently achieves 100-point scores, while their Hommage à Jacques Perrin cuvée (60%+ Mourvèdre) represents the pinnacle of Southern Rhône winemaking.
Grape Varieties
All 13 Châteauneuf-du-Pape varieties: Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Cinsault, Counoise, Vaccarèse, Terret Noir, Muscardin, Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Bourboulenc, Picardan
Heritage & Milestones
A journey through time, celebrating the moments that defined our legacy
Historic Origins
Pierre de Beaucastel purchased vineyards in Coudoulet, inscribing his family crest on the property and founding one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape's oldest estates.
Modern Era Begins
Pierre Tramier bought Beaucastel and began replanting the phylloxera-devastated vineyards, reviving the estate's wine-making legacy.
Organic Pioneer
Jacques Perrin pioneered organic farming at Château de Beaucastel, radical innovation decades before it became mainstream.
Biodynamic Revolution
The estate adopted biodynamic viticulture, becoming one of the first Châteauneuf-du-Pape properties to embrace this philosophy of life approach.
Wine of the Year
Wine Spectator named the 1989 vintage #1 Wine of the Year, cementing Beaucastel's status as a global icon.
Historic Origins
Pierre de Beaucastel purchased vineyards in Coudoulet, inscribing his family crest on the property and founding one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape's oldest estates.
Modern Era Begins
Pierre Tramier bought Beaucastel and began replanting the phylloxera-devastated vineyards, reviving the estate's wine-making legacy.
Organic Pioneer
Jacques Perrin pioneered organic farming at Château de Beaucastel, radical innovation decades before it became mainstream.
Biodynamic Revolution
The estate adopted biodynamic viticulture, becoming one of the first Châteauneuf-du-Pape properties to embrace this philosophy of life approach.
Wine of the Year
Wine Spectator named the 1989 vintage #1 Wine of the Year, cementing Beaucastel's status as a global icon.
Vineyard Location
Rhône, France
Terroir
100 hectares planted (70 in Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC, 30 in Côtes du Rhône) on massive galets roulés that absorb sunlight during the day and radiate warmth at night. Soil layers of stones, sand, clay, and limestone provide excellent drainage. Strong Mistral wind reduces disease pressure. Organic farming for 50+ years allows vines to dig exceptionally deep.
Available Wines
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