In the glass
Aroma: white peach, lemon zest, salt, almond
Palate: stone fruit, fresh mineral, lees creaminess, citrus finish
Bourboulenc-led prestige La Clape white of Pech-Celeyran; fresh minerality and citrus finishes from the emblematic AOC variety.
What it pairs with
-
Sea bream with fennel
Bourboulenc's saline core matches Mediterranean white fish. -
Lemon roast chicken
The wine's citrus finish echoes the lemon. -
Goat cheese tart
The almond palate softens goat-cheese tang.
History
Champs des Pierres Blanc is the prestige La Clape white of Pech-Celeyran, built on Bourboulenc - the emblematic grape variety of the AOC.
- 2010 — First vintage of Champs des Pierres Blanc
Facts
- Producer
- Chateau Pech-Celeyran
- Grapes
- Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Marsanne
- Classification
- AOC La Clape
- Oak
- 10 months in barrique on lees
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 18-28 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2-7 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2010
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Champs des Pierres Blanc
What does Pech-Celeyran Champs des Pierres Blanc taste like?
White peach, lemon zest, salt and almond on the nose; stone fruit, fresh mineral, lees creaminess and a citrus finish on the palate. Medium-bodied with medium acidity.
When should I drink Pech-Celeyran Champs des Pierres Blanc?
Drink between 2 and 7 years from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 20 minutes in carafe; the wine reaches its peak at 4-5 years.
What grapes are in Champs des Pierres Blanc?
Bourboulenc (the emblem of La Clape AOC) with Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Marsanne.
What food pairs with Pech-Celeyran Champs des Pierres Blanc?
Sea bream with fennel is the canonical pairing; Bourboulenc's saline core matches Mediterranean white fish. Lemon roast chicken and goat-cheese tart are equally strong matches.