White wine
Saintes Pierres de Nalys
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A stunning wine with remarkably pure aromas, this is a fresh Châteauneuf-du-Pape with peach and citrus notes.
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Produced from 3 exceptional terroirs (“La Crau”, “Bois Sénéchal” and “Nalys”) the blend is mainly Grenache complemented with Clairette and Bourboulenc and a touch of Roussanne, Picpoul and Picardan. A vibrant wine with remarkably pure aromatics, this is a fresh Châteauneuf-du-Pape with peach and citrus notes. The white wines of Saintes Pierres de Nalys are vinified in temperature-regulated vats and then partially aged in oak. Subtle oaky notes bring density and richness to this wine marked by freshness, finesse and terroir.
Soil type
This wine is produced from three exceptional terroirs: “Nalys” (34%) with red sandstone typical of the Comtat and Saffres, “Bois Sénéchal” (63%) and “La Crau” (3%), both constituted of ancient alluvial stones from the Rhone, the famous galets.
Grape varieties
50% Grenache blanc, 20% Clairette, 20% Bourboulenc, 5% Picardan, 5% others (Picpoul et Roussanne).
Average age of vines
Around 45 years.
Average yield
30 Hl / hectare.
Vinification
Manual harvest and sorting, pressing and clarification of must before temperature-controlled vinification at 18°C.
Ageing
Aged for 9 months, 20% in wood (barrels, demi-muids).
Tasting note
Eye: Pale youthful gold, brilliant and limpid.
Nose: Elegant mineral nose with notes of citrus and peach.
Palate: A beautiful richness, with freshness and minerality.
Overall: Complete wine, elegant and balanced.
Consumption
To drink.
Serving temperature
10 -12°C.
Ageing potential
3 – 5 years.
Food pairing
A variety of starters, fish baked in salt, grilled, prepared as crudo or sashimi, fresh or aged goat cheese.
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