Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Dom. Grand Tinel 2020
Country
France
Region
Southern Rhone
Producer
Domaine du Grand Tinel
Grape(s)
Grenache Blanc (50%)
Roussanne (25%)
Bourboulenc (15%)
Clairette (10%)
Type
White
Style
Fruity
Oaked Style
Lightly oaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
15%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
The Southern Rhone is home to many famous appellations with a great variety of soils and microclimates, though in general sees ideal growing conditions that are warm and dry, with the Mistral wind proving a defining feature. Grenache forms the backbone of southern Rhône blends, including Châteauneuf du Pape, Gigondas and Vacqueyras. With a range of varieties grown, the region sees a range of styles produced from quality red and white wines to the aromatic dessert wine Muscat de Beaumes de Venise.
Producer
The Domaine du Grand Tinel is a large estate of 55 hectares of Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyard. The estate is owned by Eli Jeune and family, based in the town of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The vineyards are dominated by the rolled pebbles (locally known as `Galets`) of the southern Rhone floodplain. These were deposited when the Rhone was a torrent, bringing fragment of rock down from the Alps. The estate makes traditional wine, rich and robust with the aromas of Provencal herbs.
Tasting Notes
White Châteauneuf remains something of a rarity although this complex and exotic blend of Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Rousanne and Bourboulenc varieties offers a serious alternative to white Burgundy as a full bodied accompaniment to fine foods. A combination of citrus fruits, apricot, peach and vanilla create an evocative bouquet, which is followed through on the palate with a rich concentrated finish.
Food
Foie gras, white meats, including pork and veal, as well as roasted vegetables
