Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc by Clos des Papes

Structure

Bodyfull

Tanninlow

Aciditymedium

Sweetnessdry

Finishmedium

Oaknew oak

Drinking window

Best 2 to 15 years from vintage.

vintage2 yrs15 yrs17 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Full-bodiedLow tanninMedium acidityDryMedium finish

Aroma: ripe melon, peach blossom, white flowers, mineral, anise

Palate: golden apple, fresh cream, herbs de Provence, citrus zest, stony finish

A broad, aromatic white Chateauneuf blending Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Clairette, and Bourboulenc; generous stone fruit, Provencal herbs, and a clean mineral finish.

What it pairs with

Roasted sea bass with artichoke
White Chateauneuf's full body and herb character match the dish's complexity.
Tarte aux asperges
Anise and stone fruit complement asparagus tart beautifully.
Chicken fricassee with cream
The wine's creaminess and weight pair well with cream sauce.

How to serve Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc

Allow 35 minutes from open to pour.

Open and decant. Open 30 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
Serve at 10-12°C. Cellar temperature (10-12°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
Glassware. Use a medium-sized white-wine glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
Pair with. Roasted sea bass with artichoke, Tarte aux asperges, Chicken fricassee with cream. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.

History

The white Clos des Papes is a multi-variety blend fermented in old foudres; production is tiny compared to the red. The Avril family's vineyards include old parcels of Grenache Blanc and Clairette that add characteristic Provencal herb notes.

1950: White cuvee first produced by the Avril family at Clos des Papes

Facts

Producer: Clos des Papes · visiting guide
Grapes: Grenache Blanc (40%), Roussanne (30%), Clairette (20%), Bourboulenc (10%)
Classification: Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC
Oak: Old foudres; no new oak
ABV: 14.0%
Price: EUR 70-100 at retail
Drinking window: 2-15 from vintage
First vintage: 1950
Organic: ORGANIC CERTIFIED

Frequently asked about Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc

What does Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc taste like?

On the nose, ripe melon, peach blossom, white flowers, mineral, anise. On the palate, golden apple, fresh cream, herbs de Provence, citrus zest, stony finish. Structurally full-bodied, low tannins, medium acidity with a medium finish. A broad, aromatic white Chateauneuf blending Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Clairette, and Bourboulenc; generous stone fruit, Provencal herbs, and a clean mineral finish.

When should I drink Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc?

Drink 2-15 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.

What food pairs with Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc?

Roasted sea bass with artichoke is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Tarte aux asperges and Chicken fricassee with cream. White Chateauneuf's full body and herb character match the dish's complexity.

What grapes are in Clos des Papes Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc?

The blend is Grenache Blanc (40%), Roussanne (30%), Clairette (20%), Bourboulenc (10%). The wine is classified as Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC.

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