Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc

In the glass

Aroma: white blossom, citrus zest, white peach, anise, mineral

Palate: almond, pear, gentle spice, fresh herb, clean finish

A fresh, aromatic multi-variety white Chateauneuf from La Nerthe; lighter-textured than the Beaucastel or Pegau whites, with floral perfume and clean acidity.

What it pairs with

• Grilled Mediterranean vegetables with herbs
  Floral, herb-accented white Chateauneuf pairs naturally with vegetable dishes.
• Sea bass en papillote with lemon
  Fresh acidity and citrus notes complement delicate fish.

How to serve Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc

Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.

1. Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
2. Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
3. Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
4. Pair with. Grilled Mediterranean vegetables with herbs, Sea bass en papillote with lemon. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.

History

The white La Nerthe is a blend of all four primary white varieties grown at the estate. After the 1985 renovation, the estate began producing a modern, aromatic white Chateauneuf in old foudres.

1. 1985: White La Nerthe first produced after renovation of the estate

Facts

Producer

Chateau La Nerthe · visiting guide

Grapes

Grenache Blanc (30%), Clairette (30%), Roussanne (20%), Bourboulenc (20%)

Classification

Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC

Oak

Old foudres

ABV

13.5%

Price

EUR 40-65 at retail

Drinking window

2-10 from vintage

First vintage

1985

Organic

ORGANIC CERTIFIED

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