Domaine Saint-Prefert - 2018 - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc

    Domaine Saint-Prefert - 2018 - Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc

    Rhône • Châteauneuf-du-Pape • White

    $1,633.00 tax included
    $1,633.00 tax included
    $544.33 / unit
    Packaging : 3 x 75cl - Carton

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    Description

    Domaine Saint-Préfert , managed by the exacting and talented Isabel Ferrando, is now among the leading producers of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Located south of the village, the estate benefits from exceptionally diverse terroirs, blending rolled pebbles, sand, and clay, allowing it to produce wines of great purity. The estate's white wines are particularly sought after for their tension, aromatic brilliance, and natural finesse. The 2018 white vintage perfectly illustrates the estate's identity: a precise, artisanal, and respectful approach, resulting in luminous, elegant wines with remarkable aging potential.

    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    This 2018 Châteauneuf-du-Pape white wine displays a pale yellow color with golden highlights. The nose opens with delicate floral notes, citrus, and ripe white fruit. The palate is ample and finely textured, carried by a harmonious freshness that underscores its aromatic purity. The long, mineral finish reveals the full complexity of this great white wine from the Southern Rhône and leaves a lingering impression of finesse.

    Food & wine pairings

    Perfect with roasted sea bass, creamed poultry, scallops or a lightly aged soft cheese.
    Producer

    Producer

    The Domaine Saint-Préfert vineyard stretches across soils typical of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, a blend of rolled pebbles, sand, and red clay, offering excellent water and temperature regulation. The old Clairette and Roussanne vines draw remarkable aromatic depth from these soils. Cultivated organically, the vineyard is managed with great precision, promoting balanced ripeness and a faithful expression of the historic terroir of the southern part of the appellation.

    Owner and history

    Isabel Ferrando, owner and emblematic figure of the estate, is renowned for her modern vision combined with a deep respect for tradition. Born from a passionate journey, she has established herself in just a few years as one of the leading winemakers of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Her unwavering commitment to precision, organic farming, and showcasing the terroir has elevated the estate to one of the most sought-after in the appellation. Her quest for excellence is fully reflected in this 2018 vintage, a wine of exemplary elegance.

    Vinification and aging

    Winemaking at the estate prioritizes gentle extraction and the preservation of aromatic purity, with delicate pressing and controlled fermentations to highlight the natural character of the grape varieties. The aging process, carefully managed, aims to preserve the fruit and finesse, without excessive oak influence.
    For this 2018 vintage, the Clairette and Roussanne grapes ferment separately and are then carefully blended. Aging takes place in demi-muids and vats, resulting in a subtle balance between body, freshness, and complexity.

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    The team's opinion

    This 2018 Châteauneuf-du-Pape white wine delights with its aromatic brilliance and rare balance, offering a depth that rises gracefully with each sip.

    • Serving temperature 10–12 °C

    • Climax 2023 à 2028

    Wine profile

    • Complex
    • costs
    • mineral