The Domaine André Brunel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Cailloux Blanc 2021 is an elegant white wine crafted with precision in the heart of the Rhône Valley. This exceptional vintage blends 70% Roussanne, 20% Grenache Blanc, and 10% Clairette, highlighting the unique terroir of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Aromas of honeysuckle and jasmine interweave with subtle honeyed notes, while the palate offers a harmonious balance of white floral flavors, refreshing minerality, and a creamy viscosity. Sustainably farmed and fermented to preserve its freshness, this wine is aged six months in concrete vats followed by three months in bottle, ensuring vibrant purity and sophistication. Ideal for aging, it evolves beautifully, showcasing greater complexity and a deep golden hue over time. Perfect for those seeking a classic yet refined expression of Châteauneuf-du-Pape's winemaking artistry.
This wine is a blend of 70% Roussanne, 20% Grenache Blanc, and 10% Clairette. Roussanne adds aromatics and finesse, Grenache Blanc provides freshness, and Clairette contributes structure and balance.
The Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Les Cailloux Blanc (2021) showcases floral aromas such as honeysuckle and jasmine, with hints of honey. On the palate, you’ll find flavors of white flowers, honey, minerality, and a viscous finish. The wine evolves with time, becoming more well-rounded and complex.
The grapes are harvested from three plots, with Roussanne picked in late August, and Grenache Blanc and Clairette in early September. The grapes are destemmed, fermented together, and aged for six months in concrete vats to maintain freshness and purity. The wine is then bottle-aged for at least three months before release.
This wine can be cellared for several years. While enjoyable in its youth with its pale gold color and fresh flavors, it develops a deep gold hue and even more complexity with age.
Ch√¢teauneuf-Du-Pape Les Cailloux Blanc pairs wonderfully with seafood dishes such as grilled shrimp or scallops, creamy poultry dishes, and soft cheeses like Brie. Its floral and mineral notes complement these flavors seamlessly.
The vineyard features round pebbles, characteristic of the Ch√¢teauneuf-du-Pape appellation, which encourage natural drainage and heat retention. This terroir plays a crucial role in giving the wine its aging ability and elegance.
Yes, Domaine André Brunel practices eco-friendly farming methods, avoiding chemical treatments in favor of sustainable techniques. This commitment reflects their respect for the land and focus on producing quality wines.
White Ch√¢teauneuf-du-Pape wines, such as Les Cailloux Blanc, are known for their aromatic complexity and range of styles from minerally and lean to rich and oily. The permitted white grape varieties, such as Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, and Clairette, add unique floral, fruity, and mineral notes not commonly found in other regions.
The alcohol content of the Ch√¢teauneuf-Du-Pape Les Cailloux Blanc (2021) is 13.5%.
Domaine André Brunel has been family-owned since the 17th century. Today, Fabrice Brunel continues to uphold the family's traditions of winemaking excellence, which were advanced notably by André Brunel in the late 20th century.
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