Description
Showing a similar profile, yet with additional toasted nut and big minerality, the 2010 Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc Magis is slightly fresher and more focused on the palate than the blockbuster 2009. Loaded with ripe golden fruits, searing crushed stone like minerality, creme brulee and brioche qualities, this medium to full-bodied white is perfectly balanced, has integrated acidity and fantastic mid-palate concentration. It will age for decades. Drink now-2030+.
- Country: France
- Region: Rhone Valley
- Appellation: Chateauneuf Du Pape
- Size: 750ml
- Color: White
Varietal
White Rhone Blend
Rhone white blend wines, originating from France’s Rhone Valley, exemplify a captivating interplay of grape varieties that contribute to their unique character. Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne, and Grenache Blanc are key players in these blends, each bringing distinct aromas and flavors. What makes Rhone white blends unique is their aromatic complexity, offering a spectrum from floral and stone fruit notes to honeyed richness.
The Northern Rhone produces exquisite whites like Condrieu, where Viognier takes center stage, delivering floral and apricot nuances. In the Southern Rhone, blends such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc showcase a harmonious mix of Marsanne, Roussanne, and other varieties, resulting in wines with depth and structure.
Rhone white blends are celebrated for their ability to evolve with age, displaying increased complexity. Whether enjoyed in their youth for their freshness or aged for added richness, these wines invite enthusiasts to appreciate the artistry of blending and the diverse terroirs that define the Rhone Valley’s winemaking landscape.
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