1988 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc
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Tasting notes
Score 87/100 · Robert Parker, Jan 1997
The 1988 Beaucastel blanc has a spicy, almost peppery bouquet that suggests a red wine more than a white wine. In the mouth it is fat, full-bodied, deep, and rich, with excellent length. While the Perrins prefer the 1989, I prefer the 1988. Last tasted 6/92.
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Critic scores
87
87/100
Robert Parker
About the producer

Chateau de Beaucastel
This Châteauneuf-du-Pape estate is one of the Rhône’s most famous addresses. With a history stretching back to the 16th century, Beaucastel remains family owned and run, with the fifth generation of the Perrin family – Marc, Pierre, Thomas, Cécile, Charles, Matthieu and César – at the helm today.
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Grape Blend
Roussanne, Grenache Blanc / Garnacha Blanca, Picardin
Colour
White
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Dry