Golden yellow color, stone fruits and roasted aromas on the nose with a slight mineral finish. Soft and elegant with fresh acidity.
Densely packed and structured, this is tightly coiled with layers of yellow apple, creamed pear and warm baking spices held firmly in check by a spine of minerality. Reveals burnt sugar, ginger and singed orange rind that play out across the long, vibrant finish. Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Clairette. Drink now. WS94pts
Another successful year for Charbonnière’s white, the 2020 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc features notes of citrus zest and white peaches. A blend of 40% each Grenache Blanc and Roussanne, with 20% Clairette, it’s medium to full-bodied, silky, gently expansive and generous, with excellent balance and harmony. Best after 2021 WA92pts
