Chateau Mont-Redon Chateauneuf du Pape Le Plateau Blanc 2021 750ml

A polished, stylish version, offering a robe of toasty oak draped around a core of spiced apple, yellow plum and honeyed peach flavors. Caressing in feel, with a firming spine of salt and mineral notes giving shape and energy. Elements of warm spices and bitter herbs add nice tension to this opulent, expansive style, with smoked vanilla bean and shortbread accents echoing on the long finish. Drink now through 2030.

• Country: France
• Region: Rhone Valley
• Appellation: Chateauneuf Du Pape
• Size: 750ml
• Color: White

Varietal

White Rhone Blend

Rhone white blend wines, originating from France’s Rhone Valley, exemplify a captivating interplay of grape varieties that contribute to their unique character. Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne, and Grenache Blanc are key players in these blends, each bringing distinct aromas and flavors. What makes Rhone white blends unique is their aromatic complexity, offering a spectrum from floral and stone fruit notes to honeyed richness.

The Northern Rhone produces exquisite whites like Condrieu, where Viognier takes center stage, delivering floral and apricot nuances. In the Southern Rhone, blends such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc showcase a harmonious mix of Marsanne, Roussanne, and other varieties, resulting in wines with depth and structure.

Rhone white blends are celebrated for their ability to evolve with age, displaying increased complexity. Whether enjoyed in their youth for their freshness or aged for added richness, these wines invite enthusiasts to appreciate the artistry of blending and the diverse terroirs that define the Rhone Valley’s winemaking landscape.