Domaine Duseigneur - Yamakasi 2022
Domaine Duseigneur - Yamakasi 2022
Châteauneuf distilled into a balanced dialogue between breadth and finesse.
- Generous
- Spicy
- Layered
- Harmonious
- Type
- Red
- Grapes
- Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault
- Place
- Rhône Valley, France
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How it tastes
In the glass
A composed and expansive southern Rhône blend shaped by fruit depth and structural poise.
Profile
Nose
Ripe blackberry and black cherry from Grenache, lifted by violet and pepper from Syrah, with subtle red fruit freshness from Cinsault. Hints of garrigue, licorice, and warm stone add complexity.
Palate
Full-bodied yet controlled, with supple tannins and measured acidity. Dark fruit unfolds in layers, framed by spice, dried herbs, and a gentle mineral undertone. The blend maintains clarity without excess weight.
Finish
Long and resonant, with savoury spice and a warm, refined close.
“A Vin de France from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, built on harmony rather than power.”
How to serve
Getting the best out of it
How to pair it
This is a light red
Low tannin, lots of freshness: serve it slightly chilled and pair it almost like a white. No cheese, no fried food.
Match
Flavours that echo the wine.
- Mushrooms and earthy vegetables
- Poultry and white meat (roast chicken)
- Pulses (lentils, beans)
- Grilled meaty fish (tuna, salmon)
Contrast
Opposites that make each other better.
- Cured meats (salame, prosciutto)
- Fatty sausages
Careful with
Combinations that flatten the wine.
- Raw fish
- Very hot chilli
- Heavy stews
Terroir & winemaking
From the vineyard to the bottle
Fruit sourced from classic Châteauneuf parcels where rolled stones and Mediterranean climate shape concentration and structure.
- Vines
- 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 20% Cinsault.
- Soils
- Galets roulés over clay and sand, retaining warmth and promoting ripeness while preserving depth.
- Farming
- Organic and biodynamic viticulture with manual harvest.
- Cellar
- Whole-bunch semi-carbonic maceration in stainless steel. No oak ageing.
- Additions
- No added sulphites.
Where it's from · Rhône Valley, France
CHÂTEAUNEUF DU-PAPE
Châteauneuf-du-Pape lies on ancient river terraces formed by the Rhône River. The iconic galets roulés — large rounded stones deposited during glacial periods — sit atop red clay and sand. These stones store daytime heat and release it gradually overnight, promoting even ripening.
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The winemaker · Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Southern Rhône, France
Domaine Duseigneur
Organically farmed Southern Rhône wines balancing Mediterranean depth with structural restraint.
Domaine Duseigneur was founded with a clear intention: to interpret the Southern Rhône through organic farming and careful cellar work rather than power alone. While Châteauneuf-du-Pape is often associated with richness and concentration, the domaine has aimed to refine that identity — preserving depth while prioritizing drinkability and structure.
"Power is natural here — balance is the real work."
- Style
- Organically farmed Rhône wines balancing Mediterranean depth with freshness and structure
- Vineyard
- Estate parcels on galets roulés, clay, and sandy soils across Châteauneuf-du-Pape and surrounding areas
- Farming
- Certified organic viticulture, manual harvest, biodiversity-focused
- Winemaking
- Indigenous fermentations, controlled extraction, aging in neutral oak and large casks
- Signature
- Southern Rhône blends shaped by restraint, structural balance, and varietal clarity
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Good to know
Questions we get a lot
Is this a natural wine?
All our wines come from small growers who farm organically or biodynamically and keep intervention in the cellar to a minimum: native yeasts, little or no added sulphites. Every producer has their own approach; the details are in “From the vineyard to the bottle” above.
Why is it a bit cloudy, or is there sediment?
Many of our wines are bottled unfiltered. A light haze or some sediment is natural and harmless: stand the bottle upright for a few hours and pour gently.
How long does it keep once open?
It depends on the wine (see “Once open” above). As a rule: cork back in and keep it in the fridge, reds included.
When will my order arrive?
We ship Tuesday to Saturday, usually right away. In Germany delivery takes 2–3 working days; rates for every country are on our shipping page.
Can I pick up in Berlin?
Yes. Choose pickup at checkout and collect your order at our shop in Berlin.