André Brunel
94 Points - James Suckling
2020 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Cailloux Rouge
"This traditional style Châteauneuf has a complex nose of leather, dry earth, candied orange peel and
licorice. More red-berry fruit on the expansive yet delicate palate, where there’s a wonderful interplay of
super-fine tannins and restrained richness through the very long, silky finish. Drink or hold." - James Suckling
93 Points - James Suckling
2023 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Cailloux Blanc
“Les Cailloux Blanc displays a pale gold color in its youth and evolves into deep gold after a few years of aging. It has floral scents of honeysuckle and jasmine with hints of honey. On the palate, white flowers and honey are joined by minerality and viscosity on the finish. The wine’s surprising complexity grows more well-rounded as it evolves in the glass.”
96 Points - JAMEs SUCKLING
2019 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Cailloux Cuvée Centenaire
"A rich and very concentrated Châteauneuf with impeccable balance between the huge fine tannins, red fruits, candied orange peel and dried flowers. So powerful, but not a jot overbearing, this is only just beginning to reveal its enormous depths. Extremely dense long finish. Wait long enough and this will taste like Grand Cru Burgundy on steroids!"
94 Points - Wine Enthusiast
2020 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Réservée
“Alluring aromas of fresh Morello cherries macerated with Gala apple, cranberry and rose petals linger
gently in the glass, immediately demonstrating balance. The palate is refreshed by mouthwatering acidity,
which ushers in notes of rhubarb and black cherry in the midpalate, and black peppercorn through the
finish.”
Discover the Wines of André Brunel
A Châteauneuf-du-Pape Legacy
Welcome to Family Wineries Direct, the home of André Brunel. This family-owned estate boasts an impressive eight-generation legacy and a dedication to eco-friendly practices, making it a standout in the Southern Rhône wine region.
In 1971, André Brunel launched the Grenache-dominant Cuvée Centennaire, the estate's flagship wine, solidifying André Brunel's position as a key player in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Under the guidance of André's son, Fabrice, the estate now oversees three appellations: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côtes du Rhône, and Vaucluse Vins de Pays, each representing a different tier of wine.
Recent Press about Brunel
Featured in Robb Report
"Among the great wines of the world, Châteauneuf-du-Pape holds its own compared to the best bottles from Burgundy or Bordeaux...While this Rhône Valley AOC is known for bold and meaty reds with a firm touch of oak, Domaine André Brunel has been fermenting and aging its wines in stainless steel and concrete for many vintages, allowing the purity of its old-vine Grenache to shine through."
A Top 30 Rosé
"This wine is the famed Châteauneuf-du-Pape estate’s first foray into rosé, and it’s a success. The blend of 50 percent Grenache, 30 percent Syrah, and 20 percent Cinsault creates a delicate flavor profile of peaches, white cherries, and minerals. If you sip Châteauneuf-du-Pape all winter, make this your summer beach wine."
Winemaker
Fabrice Brunel
In 2022, Fabrice Brunel was entrusted with the André Brunel estate in Châteauneuf-du-Pape following the passing of his father, André. Having apprenticed as a winemaker, he now continues the family legacy, championing sustainability and producing acclaimed wines.
André Brunel Les Cailloux Châteauneuf-du-Pape with Pasta Carbonara
"The silky smooth and fine-grained tannins are a foolproof pairing for the creamy convergence of bacon, egg, and cheese."
Robb Report
Do you ship to my state?
André Brunel ships directly to all states except AL, AR, CT, DE, MS, MT, NJ, RI, SD and UT.
Please note that not every wine is available in every state.
We do not ship outside of the United States.