Château Pape Clément 2024

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château Pape Clément Blanc 2024

Tasting

Color
Beautiful pale yellow color with a nice shine, enhanced by delicate silver reflections.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet reveals notes of citrus, white fruits and exotic fruits, complemented by chalk and fine spice aromas.

Palate
In the mouth, this wine stands out for its energetic character and beautiful minerality. The creaminess balances perfectly with a refreshing hint of salinity that brings dynamism and length to the finish.

Food and wine pairings

This great white from Pessac-Léognan will pair perfectly with noble fish (sea bass, turbot), crustaceans (lobster, langoustines) or cream poultry. Its structure and complexity also allow it to accompany mature cheeses.

Service

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

An unctuous and seductive Pessac-Léognan white wine with minerality

The property

Founded in 1252, the Château Pape Clément is one of the oldest wine estates in Bordeaux, located in Pessac, in the Pessac-Léognan appellation. This 60-hectare vineyard, 53 of which are dedicated to red wines, has been managed by Bernard Magrez since 1985. The estate stands out for its historical link with Pope Clement V and its exceptional gravelly soil. Under the direction of Michel Rolland, consulting oenologist, the château stands out for its rigorous viticultural practices and a forward-looking vision.

The vineyard

The 6 hectares dedicated to the production of Château Pape Clément Blanc 2024 rest on a Pessac-Léognan terroir characterized by a layer of Pyrenean clayey gravels. This unique geological composition gives the wine its distinctive minerality and aromatic complexity.

The vintage

The 2024 vintage was marked by a cool and wet winter and spring. The summer proved to be hot and dry, offering ideal conditions for the maturation of the grapes. The harvest took place from September 5 to 20, allowing for the harvesting of perfectly ripe grapes, thus preserving freshness and balance.

Vinification and aging

Aging 50% in barrels (including a third of new wood), 40% in vats and 10% in various containers (sandstone, concrete, stainless steel). This approach allows to bring complexity and nuances to the wine while preserving its freshness.

Blend

50% sauvignon blanc, bringing freshness and vivacity, 43% sémillon, contributing to the structure and creaminess, and 7% sauvignon gris, which adds an additional aromatic dimension.