2017 Château Pape Clement Pessac-Léognan Blanc

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Description

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The 2017 Château Pape Clément Blanc is a premium white Bordeaux wine from the Pessac-Léognan region, made by the iconic Château Pape Clément. The wine is made from a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon , with the occasional small addition of Sauvignon Gris or Muscadelle. This combination results in a complex, full-bodied wine that is highly sought after by white Bordeaux connoisseurs.

Year 2017

2017 was a relatively cool and temperate year in Bordeaux, with an early frost in April reducing yields, but the grapes that survived were of excellent quality. The cooler season led to fresh acidity and refined aromas in Bordeaux's white wines, and the 2017 vintages are often praised for their balance and elegance.

Vinification and Maturation

The grapes are carefully selected and undergo fermentation and maturation in French oak barrels, with a percentage of new wood to add subtle notes of vanilla and toast. Maturation on the lees helps to soften the texture of the wine and develop richness and depth.

Tasting notes

  • Aromas : On the nose the wine offers a complex bouquet of ripe citrus, tropical fruits such as pineapple and mango, as well as floral notes of white flowers and a mineral undertone. The wood aging gives subtle aromas of toasted bread and a hint of spices.
  • Taste : The wine has a rich and creamy texture, supported by a lively acidity. The taste offers a balance between ripe fruit notes, such as peach and lemon, and a pronounced minerality typical of wines from Pessac-Léognan.
  • Finish : The finish is long and elegant, with a mineral note and a hint of spices that enhance the complexity of the wine.

Aging potential

The 2017 Château Pape Clément Blanc has good aging potential of around 10 to 15 years , during which it will develop more tertiary aromas of honey, dried fruit and toasted nuts.

FACT: In the tab 'Attachments' you will find the official fact sheet of this beautiful wine. We will automatically send you this when you order this wine. 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

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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 2017
Drinking as of 2021
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 97
Vinous rating 94
Tasting Profiles Aards, Complex, Donker fruit, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Mineraal, Tannines
Drink moments Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Open haard

Professional Reviews

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Parker

95

James Suckling

97

Vinous

94

Wijnhuis

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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.

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