2018 Pape Clement Blanc

Bordeaux Blanc - 750ML
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JS 98 JL 96 WE 96 WS 96 WA 95 JA 94 JD 94 DC 92
JS 98

jamessuckling.com, January 2021

Beautiful aromas of lime curd, dried pear, grilled white peach and flint on the nose. So exotic on the nose. Some cream and honey, too. It’s medium-bodied with bright, tangy acidity. Creamy and focused with lingering...
JL 96

TheWineCellarInsider.com, March 2021

Rich, juicy, creamy and loaded with Meyer lemon, cut grass, flowers, pomelo and Mandarin orange, the wine just simply tastes and feels great. Lush in texture, with layers of sweet, citrus, yellow tropical fruit and...
WE 96

Wine Enthusiast, May 2021

Always high on the richness scale, this estate's white wine is vibrant with white fruits and hints of apricots. It is structured with wood aging and a tight texture that shows that the wine needs to age. The wine will be...
WS 96

Wine Spectator, March 2021

A beauty from the start, with shortbread, acacia and honeysuckle details leading the way, quickly followed by fennel, tarragon, salted butter and lemon peel notes. Long, focused finish is carried by superfine acidity that...
WA 95

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, March 2021

The 2018 Blanc is a blend of 57% Sauvignon Blanc, 39% Sémillon and 4% Muscadelle. It was aged for around 14 months in 55% new and 45% second-fill French oak barrels. It races out of the gate with flamboyant scents of...
JA 94

janeanson.com, November 2021

A touch of reduction on the first nose, reflective of the increased sculpting and more pared-back architecture of the white wine in recent years. As it opens you get fleshy nectarine, citrus zest, fresh apple and lime...
JD 94

jebdunnuck.com, March 2021

This estate has fashioned a pretty, elegant white in the vintage. Light gold-hued, with lots of pineapple, lemon curd, white flowers, and a touch of honeyed citrus and chalky minerality, the 2018 Château Pape Clement...
DC 92

Decanter, November 2020

Honeysuckle and lemon curd, pretty tropical, rich and powerful, just lacking some lift on the finish although this has gourmet patisserie notes and is enjoyable.

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Bordeaux Blanc
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Pessac Leognan
Vintage 2018
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14%
Closure Cork

The 2018 Pape Clement Blanc is a stunning white wine hailing from the Bordeaux region in France. With a beautiful pale yellow color, this wine exudes elegance and sophistication. The nose is a captivating bouquet of lime curd, dried pear, grilled white peach, and flint, creating an exotic and enticing aroma. There are also hints of cream and honey that add depth and complexity to the nose.

On the palate, this wine is medium-bodied and showcases bright, tangy acidity. The creamy and focused texture lingers on the palate, accompanied by notes of dried citrus and crushed gravel. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a refreshing burst of zestiness.

The blend of this wine consists of 57% Sauvignon Blanc, 39% Sémillon, and 4% Muscadelle. It was aged for approximately 14 months in a combination of new and second-fill French oak barrels, which contributes to its richness and depth of flavor. The pineapple upside-down cake, lemon meringue pie, and honey-drizzled peaches on the nose translate to a decadent touch of oiliness in the texture of the wine.

Renowned wine critic James Suckling awarded this wine an exceptional score of 98 points, praising its beautiful aromas and creamy texture. Wine Enthusiast also gave it a high score of 96 points, noting its vibrancy and structure that will benefit from aging.

Overall, the 2018 Pape Clement Blanc is a rich and juicy white wine that showcases the best of Bordeaux Blanc. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now or cellared for further development. Whether you choose to drink it now or hold on to it, this wine is sure to impress with its complexity, balance, and scrumptious flavors.