Château de Nalys

Saintes Pierres de Nalys Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2020

Chateauneuf-du-Pape

Translated as “holy stones”, a play on the soils and history of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the second white wine to Château de Nalys has a character all its own, with a strongly different varietal and plot composition, and like its red Saintes Pierres counterpart, a fermentation, and aging geared towards emphasizing freshness. The hallmark seamlessness of Guigal’s white wines is especially evident in this wine, which is unlike any Châteauneuf white we have experienced in its grace and lift. The beautifully balanced freshness and fleshiness, prominent floral and citrus notes, a complete wine. Guigal is today the single most important producer by value and volume of white wine in the Rhône, with 25% of their production dedicated to whites. Nalys is 18% planted to whites, very high for the area, and in fact at one point it is believed the estate produced the majority of the entire appellation’s white wine production.

VINEYARD

This wine is produced from three exceptional terroirs: “Nalys” (34%) with red sandstone typical of the Comtat and Saffres, “Bois Sénéchal” (63%) and “La Crau” (3%), both constituted of ancient alluvial stones from the Rhone, the famous galets.

WINEMAKING

Manual harvest and sorting, pressing and clarification of must before temperature-controlled vinification at 18°C.

TASTING NOTE

Eye: Pale youthful gold, brilliant and limpid. Nose: Elegant mineral nose with notes of citrus and peach. Palate: A beautiful richness, with freshness and minerality. Overall: Complete wine, elegant and balanced.

FOOD PAIRING

A variety of starters, fish baked in salt, grilled, prepared as crudo or sashimi, fresh or aged goat cheese.

Color

White

Blend %

100% Rhone White Blend

Appellation

Chateauneuf-du-Pape

Alcohol

14%

Suggested Retail Price

$70

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Saintes Pierres de Nalys Blanc

August 16, 2019 - This informational video demonstrates the various geographical location of Saintes Pierres de Nalys Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc vineyards.

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