Château La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2021
A$110.00
A$104.50
Description
The 2021 Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc is an outstanding white wine that reflects the essence of the famous Chateauneuf-du-Pape appellation. It has a bright and luminous golden colour, with hints of green that denote its youthfulness.
This wine is a blend of Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Bourboulenc, and Roussanne, which contributes to its depth and complexity. Overall, the 2021 Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc is an exquisite wine that showcases the best of the Rhone Valley's winemaking tradition.
47% Roussanne, 38% Grenache Blanc, 13% Clairette, 2% Bourboulenc
"Tasted blind. Crème pâtissière, honey and lime nose. Rich mid palate and a honeyed almond note as well. Good concentration of fruit and a rich, nutty, nougat finish. Lots of energy here and a mineral, saline finish. Very accomplished." - Jancis Robinson
Rating
16.5 points
Jancis Robinson
43% Roussanne, 30% Clairette, 25% Grenache Blanc, 2% Bourboulenc. Matured in demi-muids (50%), new barriques (20%), old barriques (20%) and stainless-steel tanks (10%) for six months.
Tasted blind. Crème pâtissière, honey and lime nose. Rich mid palate and a honeyed almond note as well. Good concentration of fruit and a rich, nutty, nougat finish. Lots of energy here and a mineral, saline finish. Very accomplished. (AC)
