Clos de l'Oratoire des Papes (Ogier) Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2024

Clos de l'Oratoire des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2024 is an elegant, highly expressive, and beautifully structured white wine from the historic Ogier estate in the Southern Rhône. Sourced from the iconic galets roulés and limestone soils of the region, this pure and floral wine is crafted from a traditional blend of Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Roussanne, and Bourboulenc. In the glass, it reveals a bright, pale golden hue with delicate green reflections. The aromatic bouquet is vibrant and complex, opening with inviting notes of fresh white peach, Anjou pear, and confit citrus, elegantly intertwined with hints of honeysuckle, wild meadow herbs, and a touch of subtle aniseed. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, elegantly textured, and meticulously balanced, offering a generous core of sweet orchard fruit and zesty lemon that is gracefully lifted by a fine, mouth-watering freshness. It finishes with a refined, mineral-laced salinity and remarkable persistence.

Food Pairing: Pairs beautifully with buttery lobster, pan-seared sea scallops, roasted poultry in a creamy herb sauce, and delicate fresh goat cheeses.

90 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate