L’Âme de Pape Clément Blanc, Graves - 2022

Name: L’Âme de Pape Clément Blanc, Graves
Brand: Ch. Pape-Clément
SKU: 46628
Price: 34.96 USD
Availability: InStock

Item # 46628 750 mL

Since Château Pape Clément's first harvest in 1252, Bordeaux's most storied estate. Pope Clement V was a oenophile, and was gifted this estate during his tenure. This dry white blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris, and Muscadelle is fermented and aged in French oak on the lees. Pair this medium-bodied white with oysters and Beaufort.

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Color

White

Vintage

2022

Country

France

Region

Bordeaux

Sub-Region

Graves

Producer

Ch. Pape-Clément

Grape Variety

Sémillon

Muscadelle

Sauvignon Blanc

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