2013 Clementin de Pape Clement Blanc
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Pretty aromas of dried mango and lemon peel with hints of cooked apple follow through to a full body, lots of tangerine character and a long, flavorful finish. Fantastic white. A blend of 50% semillon, 33% sauvignon blanc, 16% muscadelle and 1% sauvignon gris.
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Looking first at the white, the 2013 Châteauneuf du Pape Blanc is made in a fresh, juicy, racy style. Lychee, citrus blossom and hints of mint all give way nicely to a medium-bodied profile that carries lots of acidity and solid overall freshness. Made from 30% Grenache Blanc, 30% Roussanne, 20% Clairette and 20% Bourboulenc, drink it over the coming 3-4 years.
Strikingly concentrated, a la a grand cru white Burgundy, the 2013 Pape Clement exhibits notes of orange zest, white currants, flowers, exotic mango and melony fruit. This medium to full-bodied, compellingly deep, fresh white wine should drink well for 10-20 years. It is a candidate for the white wine of the vintage in Bordeaux. Wine Advocate.August, 2014
About the producer
Among the oldest estates in Bordeaux, Ch. Pape Clément has been guided into the modern era by Bernard Magrez, who has managed the estate since 1985. It makes some of the best reds in the region.