2023 Clos de L'Oratoire Chateauneuf de Pape Blanc, Rhone, France
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Grenache Blanc, Bourboulenc, Clairette & Roussanne.
In the Rhône Valley, the history of L’Oratoire des Papes dates back to the 19th century, the year 1880 to be precise, when Edouard Amouroux was bequeathed by marriage a beautiful vine parcel situated within a Clos. It was named after the oratory located just beneath the parcel in question. L’Oratoire des Papes is one of the most iconic brand and label in the whole of the appellation and well known throughout the world.
Pressing is carried out as whole clusters in cold cage pneumatic press, vinified in egg-shaped concrete vats to create gravitational movement (known as the ‘vortex phenomenon’) by ensuring that the lees remain suspended so as to increase aromatic potential. 80% of the blend is fermented in vats then aged on its full lees and without malolactic fermentation. The remaining 20% of the blend is fermented in new oak barrels and stirred gently through.
White and yellow stone fruits: pear, quince, peach with discreet aromas of dried fruits are the sign of a sunny vintage. The limestone soils helps to conserve the wine’s approachability and has imparted a beautiful salinity to the finish which contrasts with the richness.