Châteauneuf-du-Pape “Cuvée du Baron”

THE PRODUCER

Château Fortia is located at the heart of the most famous appellation in the southern Rhône Valley, Châteauneuf-du-Pape and it is one of the oldest wine-making estates of the appellation. It’s history dates back to the 18th century when ancient cellars were constructed. The domain has belonged to the same family for four generations.In the early twentieth century, the estate came under the direction of Baron Pierre Le Roy de Boiseaumarié. Baron Le Roy guided the creation of the Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC) system which is the basis of French wine laws. Today, the estate is still owned by Baron Le Roy’s grandchildren but since 2016 it is managed by two women passionate about wine. The first, Sandra Rochel, is in charge of the vines and the winemaking process. The second, Anna Olejnik, is in charge of the administrative and commercial aspects of the estate. Together, they continue to develop excellence and preserve the Fortia tradition and spirit.