CHATEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE BLANC
CUVEE CULTE
Grape varieties
75% Clairette, 25% Grenache Blanc
The terroir
Rolled pebbles, Villafranchian soils on a molasse bed, and sands
Winemaking
Fermentation with indigenous yeasts in oak (10% new oak)
Ageing potential
5 to 8 years
Vintage
2023
Harvest
Hand-harvested
Ageing
Aged in demi-muid and foudre for 12 months on fine lees
Organic wine
Grape varieties
75% Clairette, 25% Grenache Blanc
Vintage
2023
The terroir
Rolled pebbles, Villafranchian soils on a molasse bed, and sands
Harvest
Hand-harvested
Winemaking
Fermentation with indigenous yeasts in oak (10% new oak)
Ageing
Aged in demi-muid and foudre for 12 months on fine lees
Ageing potential
5 to 8 years
Organic wine
TASTING NOTES
It stands out for its elegance and aromatic complexity. Its expressive nose combines white flowers, white-fleshed fruit and citrus, with a subtle honeyed touch. The palate is generous and balanced, combining freshness and roundness, with a beautifully saline finish of great length.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Sole meunière with steamed vegetables
Stuffed capon with mushrooms and gratin dauphinois
THE SOMMELIER’S TIP
A white of character, rich and saline, made for great tables.