Clos des Papes Blanc 2009
White
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France
7.8
WineSaint
Rich honeyed texture carries poached pear, dried herbs and toasted hazelnuts with impressive concentration. The 14.5% alcohol shows but never overwhelms, balanced by mineral-driven acidity that cuts through the solar generosity. Drinking beautifully now but has the structure to evolve gracefully through 2029.
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Label
Clos des Papes
→One of Châteauneuf-du-Pape's most respected domaines, Clos des Papes has been in the Avril family for generations, producing both red and white wines that consistently rank among the appellation's finest.