- You have no items in your shopping cart
- Subtotal (price): HKD 0
Châteauneuf du Pape Blanc “La Cour des Papes”
Vintage: 2021
Grenache and Clairette dominate the blend, accentuated by subtle hints of Bourboulenc and Picpoul. Sand terroirs and sandstone from the western part of the appellation come into relief,
with Grenache expressing notes of pear, fig leaves, and verbena.
As for the Clairette, it reveals aromas of bergamot, mandarin, and blood orange. The common denominator of these two terroirs is their surprising salinity, which can only be described as captivating.
Then, the operations that go into making this wine are extremely precise. Indeed, the grapes are harvested by hand at the very moment they reach optimal ripeness and at the coolest times of
day. They use a meticulous sorting process to select only the most beautiful berries then leave them to macerate in the press. Next comes a gentle pressing with press and free-run juices separated
and cold settled.
Then comes the fermentation, half in demi-muids and barrels and the other half in stainless steel tanks. After a light racking, the wine is aged on fine lees with batonnage for 7 to 9 months in these same containers.
The resulting wine is of a rare balance and precision. The nose is delicate, marked by citrus and brioche enhanced by a bouquet of fresh herbs over aniseed and fennel. Overall the mouthfeel, round and yummy, gracefully delivers pure fruit and lovely bitters leading to a long finish.
Jeb Dunnuck Note: 91pts
Tasting comments: “Lots of fruit-forward aromatics of peach, Bananas Foster, brioche, and honeysuckle emerge from the 2021 Châteauneuf Du Pape La Cour Des Papes Blanc, a medium-bodied, exotic, textured, yet still fresh and lively white. This is geared for the dinner table and has tons to love.”
Wines & Food Pairing recommendations for Châteauneuf du Pape Blanc:
Enjoy this beautiful wine with some well ripened artisan cheeses such as goat cheese from Rhone Valley. A wine for distinguishing palates, the finest tables, and connoisseurs. An
invitation to travel, discover, and elevate the senses, taking them to new heights.. Bon Appetit!
You may also like…
Related Products
