CLOS SAINT JEAN
Clos Saint Jean Châteauneuf-du-Pape
2024
- Seafood
- Fish
$71.50
About this winery
Le Clos Saint-Jean is a family estate located in the commune of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, in the heart of the southern Rhône Valley vineyards. The vineyard covers some forty hectares and cultivates grape varieties typical of the region, such as Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Muscardin, Mourvèdre and Vaccarèse. Clos Saint-Jean was founded in 1900 by Edmond Tacussel. Visionary and passionate, he recognized the potential of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape terroir of rolled pebbles. His wines soon became...
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Production notes
Hand-harvested. The grapes are pressed using a pneumatic press to guarantee perfect protection of the must. The Grenache and Roussanne grapes are vinified in 4-wine barrels to preserve the varietal typicity. The use of batonnage adds texture and roundness. Clairette and Bourboulenc are vinified in stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation is blocked for greater freshness and uprightness. Grenache and Roussannes are aged for 9 months in 4-wine barrels. Clairette and Bourboulenc are aged for 9 months in stainless steel tanks.
Tasting notes
Nose: Aromatic, with notes of white fruit and citrus, offering seductive complexity. Palate: Deep and intense, with hints of nuts, white truffles and elegant white peaches. The texture is round and fleshy, with a fresh finish. Finish: Long and persistent, leaving a lasting impression of finesse and balance. Food pairing: Fish and seafood dishes, white meats and soft and blue cheeses.