Paul Avril et Fils

With Vincent Avril at the helm, Clos des Papes is one of the most highly regarded properties; not only in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, but in the world of wine. This family estate has been certified organic for 15 years, with high attention to detail translating into impressively low production levels. Given that the vines here average over 50 years of age, they are firmly prepared and able to withstand many ordeals, including Mistral winds at 140 kilometres an hour, severe heatwaves and drought conditions. Thankfully, they were spared from the latter two in 2020.

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Rhône 
2009 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc, Clos des Papes, Paul Avril & Fils, Rhône
Ready, but will keep
Rhône 
2009 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, Clos des Papes, Paul Avril & Fils, Rhône
Ready, but will keep
Rhône 
2007 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, Clos des Papes, Paul Avril & Fils, Rhône
Ready, but will improve
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2013 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, Clos des Papes, Paul Avril & Fils, Rhône
Ready, but will improve
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2008 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, Clos des Papes, Paul Avril & Fils, Rhône
Ready, but will improve
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2018 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, Clos des Papes, Paul Avril & Fils, Rhône
For laying down
£95.00
- bottle (75 cl)
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2005 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, Clos des Papes, Paul Avril & Fils, Rhône
Ready, but will keep
2022 Paul Avril & Fils, Le Petit Vin d'Avril, Vin de France (2022 Bottling)
Ready, but will keep
£34.00
- bottle (75 cl)
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2021 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge, Clos des Papes, Paul Avril & Fils, Rhône
For laying down
£100.00
- bottle (75 cl)
Rhône 
2020 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc, Clos des Papes, Paul Avril & Fils, Rhône
Ready, but will improve
£80.50
- bottle (75 cl)
More sizes available

Learn more about Paul Avril et Fils

When you visit this iconic estate, what stands out most is the complete focus on the vineyard and the absolutely hands-off approach in the cellar. The wines are amongst the purest expression of terroir you could ever wish to taste. There is a magic here that transcends the liquid in the bottle – Clos des Papes is a nonpareil of sheer brilliance.

Vincent is exceptionally happy with his ’20 wines, saying, “I can tell you ’20 is, I think, a great year that will stand the test of time. A very balanced, fine vintage with great freshness, silky tannins and good length in the mouth. Everything was climatically united, both for the red and the white. Currently, ’20 reminds me of ’05 and ’07.”