Winemaker : Alexandre Favier
Appellations :
- AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape
- IGP Méditerranée
Surface : 50 hectares
Terroirs : Rolled pebbles, sand, clay, limestone.
Type of agriculture : In conversion to organic farming
The vineyard websiteThe vineyard
Domaine Chante Cigale, located within the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, has been owned and operated by the Sabon Favier family for several generations. It covers 50 hectares of vineyards classified in the Châteauneuf-du- Pape appellation.
Recently Christian Favier, the father, released the reins to his son, Alexandre, who has soon become well-known in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Despite only being in his early 30’s he has been lauded by famous journalists like Steve Danzer in the US and Jancis Robinson in the UK, Robert Parker…
Wines
Tradition Blanc
AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Light yellow colour with green reflections. Hauntingly fragrant, reminiscent of almond and peach blossom. More informations
Tradition Rouge
AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Purple colour with purplish reflections. Nose of undergrowth, spices and red and black fruits.More informations
Vieilles Vignes
AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Deep purple almost black colour with thick reflections. Intense nose of cinnamon, black fruits and spices.More informations
Extrait Blanc
AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Intense yellow colour with golden lights. Strong nose of white peach, mineral and floral. More informations
The Cicada
IGP Méditerranée
Ruby red colour with purplish reflections. On the nose, red fruits, raspberry, typical of young Grenache noir. More informations