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Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc
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Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2007

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The white wines of Château de Beaucastel are amongst the finest expressions of Roussanne grapes grown in a warm climate. The two cuvees have a lot in common but show different personalities: the standard bottling, made from 80% Roussanne and 20% Grenache Blanc, whose vines are between 10 and 40 years old, and a small quantity of the “Vieilles Vignes” cuvee, produced entirely from Roussanne vines of at least 65 years of age. Both are examples of the intense aromatic possibilities shown by the Roussanne grape when certain principles are respected. First, yields must be kept extremely low; then great care must be taken in the vineyard to ensure healthy, strong vines, producing ripe grapes in perfect condition; finally, depending on the vintage, the grapes must be harvested at the right moment and vinified correctly. As with any great wine, the story of Château de Beaucastel Blanc begins in the vineyard: in this case a seven hectare site close to the Château itself. This wine offers a nose of acacia flowers and honey which precedes a palate which is very rich and smooth.

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Chateau de Beaucastel:
In 1321, under the reign of Pope John XXII, four barrels were brought from the papal cellar in Avignon to be filled with wine in Châteauneuf. Subsequently, the Popes increased their vineyard holdings in the region and the papal wine gained in fame. The Beaucastel family were living in Courthezon by the middle of the sixteenth century. In 1549 "Noble Pierre de Beaucastel" boug... Read more
In 1321, under the reign of Pope John XXII, four barrels were brought from the papal cellar in Avignon to be filled with wine in Châteauneuf. Subsequently, the Popes increased their vineyard holdings in the region and the papal wine gained in fame. The Beaucastel family were living in Courthezon by the middle of the sixteenth century. In 1549 "Noble Pierre de Beaucastel" bought "a barn with its plot of land extending to 52 saumées at Coudoulet". Later, the manor house that we know today was built here and you can still see the arms of the Beaucastel family sculpted in stone in one of walls of the drawingroom. The Beaucastels were among the more notable families of this little town and in 1687 Pierre de Beaucastel, in recognition of his conversion to Catholicism after the revocation of the Edict of Nantes, was appointed "Capitaine de la ville de Courthezon" by Louis XIV. The letter from Louis XIV, also signed by Colbert, to Pierre de Beaucastel is still in our possession. Two centuries later at the time of the phylloxera, the owner of Beaucastel was Elie Dussaud, a companion of Ferdinand de Lesseps who built the Suez Canal. In 1909 Pierre Tramier bought the property and Beaucastel then passed to his son-in-law, Pierre Perrin, a scientist who considerably increased the vineyard holding. His efforts were continued by Jacques Perrin until 1978... Today the torch is carried by Jean Pierre and François, sons of Jacques. But Marc, Pierre, Thomas and Matthieu, who represent the fifth generation, are ready to pursue this fabulous family history. Read less

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Source: Astor Wines & Spirits
05/21/2011

Arguably Châteauneuf's finest estate and undoubtedly its best white. A blend of Roussanne, Grenache Blanc and Picardin, it's rich and full-bodied with white peach and pear fruit, subtle herbal and mineral notes and an extremely long finish.

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Source: JJ Buckley Fine Wines
07/29/2011

Predominately roussanne, this is sourced from the 2-3 hectare estate plantings of white varieties. The 2007 is extremely expressive, with a nose of almond, pear, white nectarine and white chocolate on the nose. These aromas continue onto the palate, ... Devon Magee. A Proprietary Blend wine from Rhone in France. 2007 Chateau Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc 750ml

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Source: JJ Buckley Fine Wines
06/16/2011

A blend of 80% Roussanne and the remainder Grenache blanc, Picardan, Bourboulenc and Clairette that's aged mostly in stainless steel and 20% in 225 liter oak casks, the 2007 Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc sports gorgeous aromas of pe... Rhone Report, The. A Proprietary Blend wine from Rhone in France. 2007 Chateau Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc 750ml

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Source: JJ Buckley Fine Wines
06/01/2011

A Proprietary Blend wine from Rhone in France. 2007 Chateau Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc 750ml

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The white wines of Château de Beaucastel are amongst the finest expressions of Roussanne grapes grown in a warm climate. The two cuvees have a lot in common but show different personalities: the standard bottling, made from 80% Roussanne and 20% Grenache Blanc, whose vines are between 10 and 40 years old, and a small quantity of the “Vieilles Vignes” cuvee, produced entirely from Roussanne vines of at least 65 years of age. Both are examples of the intense aromatic possibilities shown by the Roussanne grape when certain principles are respected. First, yields must be kept extremely low; then great care must be taken in the vineyard to ensure healthy, strong vines, producing ripe grapes in perfect condition; finally, depending on the vintage, the grapes must be harvested at the right moment and vinified correctly. As with any great wine, the story of Château de Beaucastel Blanc begins in the vineyard: in this case a seven hectare site close to the Château itself. This wine offers a nose of acacia flowers and honey which precedes a palate which is very rich and smooth.

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