2015 Château Pape Clement Blanc Pessac-Léognan Blanc
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| Type of Wine | |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | |
| Appellation | Pessac-Léognan |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Grape | , , , |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (13%) |
| Drink window | 2020 - 2035 |
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Description
The 2015 Château Pape Clément Blanc is a white Bordeaux wine from the famous Pessac-Léognan appellation, produced by the historic Château Pape Clément, known for its exceptional red and white wines. This white wine is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc , Sémillon , and sometimes a small addition of Sauvignon Gris or Muscadelle , which gives the wine additional complexity and texture.
The grapes for this wine are carefully selected and harvested by hand to ensure the best quality. The wine undergoes fermentation and maturation in oak barrels , often with a portion of new wood, which provides subtle aromas of toast and vanilla. Maturation on lees adds creaminess and complexity.
Tasting notes
- Aromas : An expressive nose with aromas of tropical fruits (such as pineapple and mango), ripe citrus notes, white flowers, and hints of toasted bread and spices from the wood aging.
- Taste : Full and rich in the mouth, with a creamy texture supported by fresh acidity. The taste has notes of peach, lime, honey and a mineral touch typical of Pessac-Léognan.
- Finish : The finish is long and refined, with lingering fruity and mineral elements and subtle wood influences.
Year 2015
2015 was a warm and relatively dry year in Bordeaux, which resulted in concentrated grapes with an excellent balance between ripeness and acidity. For the white wines this meant ripe fruit aromas with excellent freshness.
Aging potential
The 2015 Château Pape Clément Blanc has good aging potential and can mature for 10 to 15 years, developing tertiary notes of honey, dried fruit and toasted nuts. This wine often becomes more complex and nuanced with age.
Judgement
The 2015 Château Pape Clément Blanc has received very positive reviews from wine critics for its balance, structure, and complexity. It is considered one of the top wines of Pessac-Léognan and is beloved by collectors and lovers of white Bordeaux wines.
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
Specifications
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | White |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Appellation | Pessac-Léognan |
| Winery | Chateau Pape Clement |
| Grape | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Drinking as of | 2020 |
| Drinking till | 2035 |
| Alcohol % | 13 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 95 |
| James Suckling rating | 98 |
| Vinous rating | 94 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aards, Complex, Donker fruit, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Mineraal, Tannines |
| Drink moments | Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Open haard |
Professional Reviews
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 95
Reviewed by:
Lisa Perrotti-Brown
Release Price:
NA
Drink Date:
2020 - 2035
The 2015 Pape Clement Blanc is blended of 50% Sauvignon Blanc, 40% Sémillon and 10% Sauvignon Gris, fermented in 55% new and 45% one-year-old oak barrels. It aged for 16 months in barrels, with the entire time spent on the fine lees. It has quite a closed, reticent nose featuring ripe peaches, musk perfume and struck flint notes with a suggestion of lemon curd and honeycomb plus a touch of coriander seed. Medium-bodied with a crisp backbone, the intense citrus and stone fruit flavors trail off beautifully into a lingering honeyed finish.
Published: Feb 21, 2018
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James Suckling
Château Pape Clément Pessac-Léognan Blanc 2015
Thursday, December 27, 2018
CountryFrance
RegionBordeaux
Vintage2015
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Score
98
Very impressive pear and dried-peach fruits with very subtle mealy, savory notes. The palate delivers impressive weight, amazing power and depth here. Richness and great prowess. Tight now. Give it three or four years to open.
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Vinous
94
Drinking Window
2020 - 2032
From: Finally: Bordeaux 2015 In Bottle (Jul 2019)
The 2015 Pape-Clément Blanc has an attractive bouquet of crisp, well-defined Granny Smith apple, shucked oyster shell, Conference pear and light white peach aromas that gain intensity with aeration. The well-balanced palate possesses good depth and enough acidity to lend real tension and energy. It becomes more malic toward the finish, but there is always an underlying richness that imparts a fine peach skin finish. Excellent. Tasted blind at the Southwold 2015 Bordeaux tasting.
- By Neal Martin on January 2019
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The history of Château Pape Clément is one of the longest and most fascinating of all French wine estates. Pape Clément is one of the best Grands Crus of Bordeaux and is located in Pessac, in the Graves. It is named after its famous owner Pope Clemens V. Bertrand de Goth, from 1305 the first pope to sit in Avignon under the name of Clemens V, became Archbishop of Bordeaux in 1299 and on this occasion received the existing wine estate, which he then greatly expanded . Clemens' papal name is the reason the château inherited that same name and the wine became an icon.
After his departure to Avignon, the winery remained the property of the Archdiocese of Bordeaux. Since this period, the estate has remained well managed for five centuries. The limited production was mainly reserved for use by the Archdiocese itself. During the French Revolution, the château became public domain but was also successfully expanded. The wines were sold through clear management of the owners at the same prices as the 2ième Grand Crus Classés from the Medoc.
In the 1980s, Bernard Magrez, visionary and passionate wine lover, took over the chateau and made its reputation even greater. Bernard Magrez has used all possible means to ensure that the exceptional terroir of Pape Clément, which has made the wines so famous and gives them their extraordinary finesse, continues to express itself as strongly as possible.
The 2015 Château Pape Clément Blanc is a white Bordeaux wine from the famous Pessac-Léognan appellation, produced by the historic Château Pape Clément, known for its exceptional red and white wines. This white wine is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc , Sémillon , and sometimes a small addition of Sauvignon Gris or Muscadelle , which gives the wine additional complexity and texture.
The grapes for this wine are carefully selected and harvested by hand to ensure the best quality. The wine undergoes fermentation and maturation in oak barrels , often with a portion of new wood, which provides subtle aromas of toast and vanilla. Maturation on lees adds creaminess and complexity.
Tasting notes
- Aromas : An expressive nose with aromas of tropical fruits (such as pineapple and mango), ripe citrus notes, white flowers, and hints of toasted bread and spices from the wood aging.
- Taste : Full and rich in the mouth, with a creamy texture supported by fresh acidity. The taste has notes of peach, lime, honey and a mineral touch typical of Pessac-Léognan.
- Finish : The finish is long and refined, with lingering fruity and mineral elements and subtle wood influences.
Year 2015
2015 was a warm and relatively dry year in Bordeaux, which resulted in concentrated grapes with an excellent balance between ripeness and acidity. For the white wines this meant ripe fruit aromas with excellent freshness.
Aging potential
The 2015 Château Pape Clément Blanc has good aging potential and can mature for 10 to 15 years, developing tertiary notes of honey, dried fruit and toasted nuts. This wine often becomes more complex and nuanced with age.
Judgement
The 2015 Château Pape Clément Blanc has received very positive reviews from wine critics for its balance, structure, and complexity. It is considered one of the top wines of Pessac-Léognan and is beloved by collectors and lovers of white Bordeaux wines.
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | White |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Appellation | Pessac-Léognan |
| Winery | Chateau Pape Clement |
| Grape | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Drinking as of | 2020 |
| Drinking till | 2035 |
| Alcohol % | 13 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 95 |
| James Suckling rating | 98 |
| Vinous rating | 94 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aards, Complex, Donker fruit, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Mineraal, Tannines |
| Drink moments | Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Open haard |
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 95
Reviewed by:
Lisa Perrotti-Brown
Release Price:
NA
Drink Date:
2020 - 2035
The 2015 Pape Clement Blanc is blended of 50% Sauvignon Blanc, 40% Sémillon and 10% Sauvignon Gris, fermented in 55% new and 45% one-year-old oak barrels. It aged for 16 months in barrels, with the entire time spent on the fine lees. It has quite a closed, reticent nose featuring ripe peaches, musk perfume and struck flint notes with a suggestion of lemon curd and honeycomb plus a touch of coriander seed. Medium-bodied with a crisp backbone, the intense citrus and stone fruit flavors trail off beautifully into a lingering honeyed finish.
Published: Feb 21, 2018
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
James Suckling
Château Pape Clément Pessac-Léognan Blanc 2015
Thursday, December 27, 2018
CountryFrance
RegionBordeaux
Vintage2015
CHECK PRICE
DOWNLOAD SHELFTALKER
Score
98
Very impressive pear and dried-peach fruits with very subtle mealy, savory notes. The palate delivers impressive weight, amazing power and depth here. Richness and great prowess. Tight now. Give it three or four years to open.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
Vinous
94
Drinking Window
2020 - 2032
From: Finally: Bordeaux 2015 In Bottle (Jul 2019)
The 2015 Pape-Clément Blanc has an attractive bouquet of crisp, well-defined Granny Smith apple, shucked oyster shell, Conference pear and light white peach aromas that gain intensity with aeration. The well-balanced palate possesses good depth and enough acidity to lend real tension and energy. It becomes more malic toward the finish, but there is always an underlying richness that imparts a fine peach skin finish. Excellent. Tasted blind at the Southwold 2015 Bordeaux tasting.
- By Neal Martin on January 2019
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The history of Château Pape Clément is one of the longest and most fascinating of all French wine estates. Pape Clément is one of the best Grands Crus of Bordeaux and is located in Pessac, in the Graves. It is named after its famous owner Pope Clemens V. Bertrand de Goth, from 1305 the first pope to sit in Avignon under the name of Clemens V, became Archbishop of Bordeaux in 1299 and on this occasion received the existing wine estate, which he then greatly expanded . Clemens' papal name is the reason the château inherited that same name and the wine became an icon.
After his departure to Avignon, the winery remained the property of the Archdiocese of Bordeaux. Since this period, the estate has remained well managed for five centuries. The limited production was mainly reserved for use by the Archdiocese itself. During the French Revolution, the château became public domain but was also successfully expanded. The wines were sold through clear management of the owners at the same prices as the 2ième Grand Crus Classés from the Medoc.
In the 1980s, Bernard Magrez, visionary and passionate wine lover, took over the chateau and made its reputation even greater. Bernard Magrez has used all possible means to ensure that the exceptional terroir of Pape Clément, which has made the wines so famous and gives them their extraordinary finesse, continues to express itself as strongly as possible.