Is Châteauneuf-du-Pape a heavy wine?

Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines are complex and deep wines and they offer a full range of flavors from rich red fruit to earthy notes. However, others have some lighter track, as influenced by variation in vintage and winemaking style. In general, Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines provide for a bold and enjoyable drinking.