Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Clos des Papes 2011
Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Clos des Papes 2011 is a dry, very full-bodied white from Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, Clairette (Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France), in the rich, round whites style. Acidity is moderate; oak influence is none. Good with roast chicken, cheese board, roast vegetables, creamy pasta. Cheapest offer £95.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Le Vieux Donjon 2001 | £108.00 | |||
| Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Beaucastel 2005 Famille Perrin · Rhône | £79.80 | |||
| Domaine de la Janasse, Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2017 Domaine De La Janasse · Rhône | £51.80 | |||
| Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Roussanne Vieilles Vignes Beaucastel 2012 Famille Perrin · Rhône | £155.00 |
Clos des Papes, run by successive generations of the Avril family, has a long and illustrious history of producing exceptional quality wine in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Though 90% of production is red, 10% is reserved for white wine, typically a blend of equal parts Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Bourboulenc and Picpoul, vinified and aged in stainless steel for 6 months. The 2011 release is still on the fresh side, boasting notes of melon, soft honey and light citrus.