critic reviews
The 2023 Pape Clément Blanc has a well-defined bouquet with a light smoky/flinty scent that infuses the yellow fruit, touches of Golden Delicious and beeswax. The palate is well balanced with an attractive texture, a keen line of acidity, a little spicier than the Clémentin and a dab of ginger on the finish. Worth seeking out.
The white Pape Clement 2023 erupts form the glass with powerful notes of juicy pineapple, green guava, and ripe pears, plus hints of lime blossoms and yuzu. The medium-bodied palate is racy and intense, with a satiny texture and great length.
Pale gold colour, good grip, plenty of rise through the palate, waves of nectarine, peach pit, kiwi, saffron, mint leaf. Has structure and depth through the mid palate, coupled with fresh acidity, and can age. 48hl/ha yield.
Aromas of white flowers, lemon oil, pomegranate and lemongrass preface the 2023 Pape Clement Blanc, a moderately weighted, sappy, layered and incisive wine with bright acids and a penetrating, mouthwatering finish. In comparison to previous vintages, the use of wood has been scaled back, allowing the wine to express a closer connection to its terroir and achieve greater precision in its aromatic profile.