Appellation | Châteauneuf-du-Pape |
Color | White |
Grape Varieties | Roussanne 80%, Grenache Blanc 15%, Picardan, Clairette, Bourboulenc 5% |
ABV (Alcohol By Volume) | 13.5-14% |
Bottle Size | 75cl |
Type of Soil |
Molasse seabed of the Miocene period covered by diluvial alpine deposits (rolled pebbles). |
Vinification |
Handpicked in small cases, sorting of the grapes, pneumatic pressing, settling of the juice, fermentation (30% in oak barrels, 70% in tanks) for 8 months. Bottling after 8 months. |
Château de Beaucastel Blanc
TASTING NOTES
Pretty pale yellow dress. The nose is elegant, very mineral with touches of honey and white fruit. In the mouth, it is all finesse, with roundness and very floral notes. A big Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
PAIRING
Scallops and fish dishes in rich sauce.