Nerthe, Chateauneuf Du Pape Blanc Beauvenir other_regions Spicy aromas of new oak

Spicy aromas of new oak greet the nose

but they are a bit more stylish on the tightly wound

rustic and built-to-age finish

succulent finish

Nerthe, Chateauneuf Du Pape Blanc Beauvenir other_regions Spicy aromas of new oakThe new wood has been pared back in the 2022 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Clos de Beauvenir, a 70 30 blend of Roussanne and Grenache Blanc aged predominantly in demi muids, with 15% going into new barriques. Hints of oaky spice accent pineapple and lime notes on the nose, while the medium to full bodied palate is rich and silky in texture, even a trifle phenolic on the finish in its youth. This should be even better in another year or two.