Château Rayas is one of the great names of French wine. Many connoisseurs believe it to be the best in the appellation. The domain was established relatively recently (the vineyards were planted in the early 1920s) by Louis Reynaud who quickly distinguished himself from the typical practices of Châteauneuf du Pape. In this traditionally sun-baked region, one section of the vineyard faces north and the vines here benefit from the refreshing qualities of the pine trees that grow around the property. Louis Reynaud also focused primarily on just one grape variety, Grenache, even though 13 are permitted within the appellation. His son Jacques, who was seen as unconventional, if not eccentric, took over the business and achieved new heights of quality with the wines through traditional techniques. Today, Château Rayas is managed by his nephew Emanuel Reynaud.

The Vieux Marc cuvée from Château Rayas hails from one of the most prestigious estates in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape region, famous for its exceptional wines and commitment to quality. The unique terroir of Château Rayas consists mainly of sandy soils and rolled pebbles, conferring great finesse and balanced structure to its wines. The grapes used to produce this marc come from varieties carefully selected for their quality. The harvested grapes are pressed to obtain musts. The skins, seeds and residual matter are then distilled to produce the marc, which is aged in oak casks for several years. This maturation period imparts a unique aromatic richness and complexity.
The aromas are deep and intense, with notes of dried fruit, nuts and sweet spices. The silky texture and long finish make it a favourite among lovers of fine spirits.