Rhone Valley
Château de Beaucastel - Châteauneuf-du-Pape - Roussanne Vieilles Vignes - Blanc 2022
Characteristics
Country / Region: Rhône Valley
Vintage: 2022
Name: AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grape variety: 100% Roussanne
Alcohol: 14 vol.
Color: White
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Estate rated 2 stars in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2024 (RVF)
Estate rated 5 stars in the Guide de Bettane et Desseauve 2024
Robert Parker: 97/100
Wine:
Another triumphant vintage for this cult cuvée! The 2022 White Châteauneuf-du-Pape Roussanne Vieilles Vignes, supported by perfect ripeness and partial aging in new oak, showcases notes of honey, white peach, and melon in a vibrant blend of balance, intensity, and freshness. This outstanding southern white is rich, ripe, and precise, with no heaviness, delivering exquisite length and subtle hints of spice, honey, and lemon. A magical wine that will age beautifully for a decade or more. Rated 97/100 by Parker.Vinification:
Hand-picked in crates, pneumatically pressed. Traditional vinification. Aged for 8 months, 30% in barrels and 70% in vats.Color:
Deep, luminous golden yellow.Nose:
Seductive and gourmet, with aromas of ripe fruit, even slightly stewed apricot and peach, underlined by honeyed notes.Palate:
Dense and complex, the palate is rich and opulent, with a silky texture and beautiful flavors of beeswax and citrus.
Temperature:
Serve between 10 and 12°C.Food and wine pairing:
Scallops with saffron sabayon, poached poultry with lemon cream sauce, flower tomme.Cellar aging:
From now until 2033An emblem of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and awarded 2 stars in the RVF Guide, Château de Beaucastel has established itself as one of the most innovative and prestigious estates in the appellation. Its spectacular terroir of rolled pebbles, combined with an unwavering commitment to perfection, produces exceptional cuvées that are both deep and elegant, aging beautifully. A true cult estate!