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
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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.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- 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.
- 1985 — White La Nerthe first produced after renovation of the estate
Facts
- Producer
- Chateau La Nerthe
- 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
Frequently asked about Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc
What does Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc taste like?
On the nose, white blossom, citrus zest, white peach, anise, mineral. On the palate, almond, pear, gentle spice, fresh herb, clean finish. Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, medium acidity with a medium 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.
When should I drink Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc?
Drink 2-10 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc?
Grilled Mediterranean vegetables with herbs is the canonical pairing; Sea bass en papillote with lemon is the other strong match. Floral, herb-accented white Chateauneuf pairs naturally with vegetable dishes.
What grapes are in Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc?
The blend is Grenache Blanc (30%), Clairette (30%), Roussanne (20%), Bourboulenc (20%). The wine is classified as Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC.