Professional Reviews
Antonio Galloni
AG
90
"Mixing Bourboulenc, Clairette, Grenache Blanc, Picpoul and Roussanne in equal proportions, the 2023 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc shows well. Vivid spring blossom aromas complement yellow apple, ripe pear and cedar tones. Full-bodied and rich, the 2023 is seamlessly balanced by fresh acidity. It finishes with good length on the fruit-driven close." -Nicolas Greinacher
Robert Parker
RP
89
"The 2023 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc is derived from vines planted on pebble, limestone and brown soils. Revealing a shy, closed bouquet, it offers up aromas of white flowers and lemon. Medium-bodied, fresh and juicy, it's a bit austere in the finish. Composed of equal parts Grenache Blanc, Picpoul Blanc, Bourboulenc, Roussanne and Clairette, it's matured for six months in a combination of wooden tanks (12%), large barrels (3%), new barrels (2%), used barrels (6%) and egg-shaped tanks (7%); the rest is in stainless steel." -Yohan Castaing
Decanter
D
92
"Pear, oatmeal and apricot notes - really fresh and appealing. Very well balanced, Chante Cigale's Tradition blanc is consistently one of the best-value white Châteaunuefs. There's a subtle spicing that runs through the wine, bringing interest and complexity. Good balance of richness and freshness makes for an approachable and delicious wine. Drink now, but will age into the medium term without any problems. 20% each of Grenache Blanc, Picpoul Blanc, Bourboulenc, Roussanne and Clairette. Fermented with natural yeasts, no sulfite additions until bottling."
Wine Spectator
WS
92
"A delicious, bouncy style, with an attractive mix of aloe, star fruit and nectarine notes that are glossy in feel on a supple palate. Savory acidity pulses throughout, and impressive inner density emerges on the unadorned, well-chiseled finish. Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Picpoul, Bourboulenc and Clairette."
Wine Enthusiast
WE
94
"This wine opens with vibrant aromatics of fresh citrus, green pear, quince, and tangerine, beautifully complemented by wild white flowers. On the palate, it offers a gentle yet nuanced experience, with notes of white peach, lemon zest, brioche, almonds, and a hint of sea salt. The texture is refined, supported by a lively acidity that invites immediate enjoyment. Perfectly suited for pairing with fresh salads, it's a wine that shines in the moment." -Anna-Christina Cabrales
What importer Bowler Wine has to say about this wine...
21% Grenache Blanc, 21% Roussanne, 21% Bourbelenc, 21% Clairette and 15% Picpoul. 5% of the Roussanne is fermented in new oak for 6 weeks, then aged in stainless steel. No malolactic.
Details
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Grape Variety
White Blend
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Vintage
2023
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Size
750ml