From Avignon: Châteauneuf du Pape Half-Day Wine Tour
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Structure
Drinking window
Best 2 to 10 years from vintage.
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In the glass
Aroma: white peach, anise, chamomile, citrus blossom, mineral
Palate: apricot, herbs de Provence, almond, light cream, clean stony finish
A generous white Chateauneuf from La Janasse; aromatic, broad-textured, and herb-accented with white stone fruit and the estate's characteristic Provencal freshness.
What it pairs with
- Bouillabaisse Full-bodied white Chateauneuf is the traditional Provencal pairing for the classic fish stew.More wines for shellfish and oysters →
- Grilled sea bream with herb crust Herb notes and full body complement white fish with Provencal herbs.More wines for fish →
- Artichoke with aioli Anise and mineral notes cut through the garlic richness of aioli.More wines for vegetables and salads →
With cheese
How to serve Domaine de la Janasse 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. Bouillabaisse, Grilled sea bream with herb crust, Artichoke with aioli. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
The white Chateauneuf from La Janasse was introduced in 1998 from Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, and Clairette vines at the estate. It offers access to the white Chateauneuf style at a more approachable price than Beaucastel or La Nerthe Clos de Beauvenir.
- 1998White Chateauneuf-du-Pape first produced at Domaine de la Janasse
Facts
- Producer
- Domaine de la Janasse · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Grenache Blanc (40%), Roussanne (35%), Clairette (25%)
- Classification
- Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC
- Oak
- Old demi-muids and foudres; no new oak
- ABV
- 14.0%
- Price
- EUR 45-70 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2-10 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1998
Frequently asked about Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc
What does Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc taste like?
On the nose, white peach, anise, chamomile, citrus blossom, mineral. On the palate, apricot, herbs de Provence, almond, light cream, clean stony finish. Structurally full-bodied, low tannins, medium acidity with a medium finish. A generous white Chateauneuf from La Janasse; aromatic, broad-textured, and herb-accented with white stone fruit and the estate's characteristic Provencal freshness.
When should I drink Domaine de la Janasse 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 Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc?
Bouillabaisse is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Grilled sea bream with herb crust and Artichoke with aioli. Full-bodied white Chateauneuf is the traditional Provencal pairing for the classic fish stew.
What grapes are in Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc?
The blend is Grenache Blanc (40%), Roussanne (35%), Clairette (25%). The wine is classified as Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC.
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