Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Vieilles Vignes Beaucastel 2003
Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Vieilles Vignes Beaucastel 2003 is a dry, very full-bodied white from Roussanne, Grenache Blanc (Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France), in the rich, round whites style. Acidity is moderate; oak influence is little. Good with roast chicken, cheese board, roast vegetables, creamy pasta. Cheapest offer £164.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Roussanne Vieilles Vignes Beaucastel 2012 Famille Perrin · Rhône | £155.00 | |||
| Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Roussanne Vieilles Vignes Beaucastel 2011 Famille Perrin · Rhône | £200.00 | |||
| Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Le Vieux Donjon 2001 | £108.00 | |||
| Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Beaucastel 2005 Famille Perrin · Rhône | £79.80 |
The white Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines made by esteemed producer, Château de Beaucastel, are some of the best in the region. The 2003 release is a blend of 80% Roussanne, 15% Grenache Blanc and 5% other varieties, that was fermented in a combination of stainless-steel tanks (70%) and oak barrels (30%). It is a rich and unctuous wine with notes of citrus oils, peach, tropical fruits, dried flowers, musk, honeysuckle and spices.