Why is Châteauneuf-du-Pape so famous?

Châteauneuf-du-Pape is famous for many reasons. The first of all, its glorious history starting from the 14th century when Pope Clement V moved the papal court to Avignon and also promoting viti culture in the region. Secondly, this terroir itself is unique due to galets, large rounded rocks that have the ability to store heat and pass it to the vines helping in grape ripening. The diverse soil types of the region and the mistral wind also aid in the good health of the grapes and complex nature of the wine. An elevation of its reputation is also brought by the quality standards that winemakers maintain, as well as the traditional winemaking techniques, so that the wines it produces are age-worthy and are also valued by wine-lovers all over the world.