Clos Saint Jean
Clos Saint Jean Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Clos Saint Jean Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc is a premium white wine produced by the renowned winery Clos Saint Jean in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation of the Rhône Valley. The vineyards are located on rocky soils with a mix of clay and limestone, which impart a unique minerality to the wine. The grapes are hand-harvested and carefully selected to ensure only the highest quality fruit is used. The winemaking process involves gentle pressing and fermentation in neutral French oak barrels and stainless steel, followed by aging on the lees for added complexity and richness. The resulting wine is a beautifully balanced blend of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Bourboulenc, and Clairette, with notes of white flowers, citrus, and honey. It is a perfect match for seafood, poultry, and creamy cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc from Clos Saint Jean is a stunning white wine.It offers a delightful nose of apple, pear, and white flowers, with a hint of white pepper and a touch of honey. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied and round, with a fresh acidity, and a long, balanced finish that lingers on the palate. Flavors of white peach, citrus, and a hint of minerality make this an enjoyable wine that pairs well with seafood and poultry dishes.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
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2043
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Smooth
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Grenache Blanc
Clairette
Roussanne
ORIGINS
Winery: Clos Saint Jean
Region: Rhone
The Rhone wine region is located in southeastern France. It runs along the Rhone River roughly from Lyon in the north to Avignon in the south. It is divided into two main sub-regions: the Northern Rhone, running from Lyon to Montelimar, and the Southern Rhone, from Montelimar to Avignon. Although wines of all color are made, both regions are most famous for thier red wine. The Northern Rhone is known for its full-bodied red wines made from Syrah grapes with the possible inclusion of some white grapes, while the Southern Rhone is known for its blends of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back to the ancient Romans with the sites of some former Roman vineyards being replanted surrounding the town of Vienne.CUSTOMER RATING
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