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Mas de Boislauzon Chaussynette Rouge, 2023
$13.99/bottle   –   $149.99/case 

Wine of the Month – Jan. 2026

Mas de Boislauzon is a highly regarded producer of Châteauneuf-du-Pape located in the north of the district, not far from the ancient Roman city of Orange. The domaine is managed by brother and sister Daniel and Christine Chaussy, the fifth generation in their family to manage it. The domaine takes its name from the lieu-dit (a named vineyard) where their oldest Mourvèdre vines are planted. Boislauzon has been certified organic since 2012 and biodynamic since 2021. In addition to several Châteauneuf red cuvées, there is a Châteauneuf Blanc and a Côtes du Rhône-Village. The domaine covers 11 acres of vines in Châteauneuf, 19 acres in Côtes du Rhône-Village, and two acres outside of Appellation Controlée (just Vin de France).

Chaussynette Rouge (there are also a Chaussynette Blanc and Rosé) is made from Grenache and Syrah grapes that were declassified from the Côtes du Rhône-Village, as well as the two acres outside the AC. The soil, not unlike that of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, is clay covered by rounded pebbles. The clay holds moisture and helps to even out the swings of rainy and dry periods. The pebbles reflect some of the sunlight up to the vines and absorb the heat of the sun during the day, radiating some of that heat back up to the vines at night.

The grapes are hand-picked, meticulously sorted, and 100% destemmed. Vinification is traditional with native yeast in tanks with temperature control. The wine sees no wood. It’s a “fruity” wine with just enough structure for balance and interest. It displays aromas and flavors of strawberries, raspberries, tangy lime; herbal notes of mint, fennel, and garrigue; and a salty minerality. It’s medium-bodied with a hint of tannin and an uptick of acidity, which will give it some longevity. Outstanding quality and value. Serve it slightly cool with grilled meat, anything barbecued, and cheese.