At Château La Nerthe, 2023 Unveils in White…
After months of meticulous winemaking, new treasures are ready to leave the tranquility of our cellars for unique tasting experiences. These three new white wines, fruits of the exceptional 2023 vintage, continue to write the history of Château La Nerthe and its five centuries of elegance in the heart of the Rhône Valley. Marking the 25th anniversary of our organic farming certification, these cuvées also embody our commitment to respecting nature and the beautiful terroirs of our Châteauneuf-du-Pape estate…
A Remarkable Year for Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC
2023 will be remembered as an outstanding year for the Château La Nerthe vineyard in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. The mild winter, combined with dry weather, set a promising first step for the vintage. At the end of spring, the return of rain proved ideal for the flourishing of our vines. The summer was characterized by gentle warmth, causing only moderate water stress on the plants.
The exclusively manual harvest of our wonderfully high-quality grapes took place serenely until the end of September. For the first time, we were able to isolate 14 different lots of white grape varieties, enhancing the precision of our expertise in the vinification of our white wines.
The 25th Organic Vintage of Our Château
Since 1998, our estate has been committed to producing organic wines, a truly pioneering choice at the time in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyards. 25 years later, these three bottles once again demonstrate our deep commitment to preserving our parcels and their precious biodiversity.
Our approach to organic farming includes regular studies to better understand our soils, the use of natural products such as herbal teas to strengthen the vines, and the planting of cover crops to protect the life of our land. But we do not hesitate to go further, combining viticulture and agroecology more broadly: shaping wines that fully embody the richness of their terroir.
The Three Exceptional 2023 White Wines of Château La Nerthe
Now available on our online store, with our partners, and for tasting at our château, these Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Côtes-du-Rhône wines reflect our excellent craftsmanship. Behind their luminous white robes, three unique personalities reveal themselves…
Château La Nerthe, Châteauneuf-du-Pape White 2023
This cuvée stands out for its strong personality and great freshness, sculpted by the benevolent microclimate enveloping our vines and the variety of soils where they take root. The tasting of this 2023 Châteauneuf-du-Pape white opens with a complex bouquet of citrus, fresh almond, and flowers such as honeysuckle and jasmine. Then, citrus and pear aromas delight the palate, leading to a long, refreshing finish with mentholated touches.
A blend of iconic Châteauneuf-du-Pape grape varieties (Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, Clairette, and Bourboulenc), this white wine forms a harmonious duo with fish such as a Provençal-style cod fillet: an intense experience to explore now or after a few more years of cellaring…
Clos de Beauvenir, Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2023
Our Clos de Beauvenir 2023 is a rare Châteauneuf-du-Pape white wine, born from an ancient garden of our vineyard. Here, the pebble-strewn soils surrounded by natural springs are the cradle of Roussanne and Grenache Blanc of infinite finesse, destined for several years of aging.
Through this wine, the 2023 vintage expresses all its elegance. The nose opens with fresh fruits (including white peach), accompanied by almond and hazelnut. Some mentholated, even smoky accents can also be detected. On the palate, the balance between freshness, sweetness, and depth testifies to a mastered aging process. It pairs perfectly with land and sea dishes, such as veal chop with morels or scallops.
Les Cassagnes de La Nerthe, Côtes-du-Rhône White 2023
The name of our cuvée Les Cassagnes de La Nerthe 2023 pays homage to the green oaks (“Cassagne” in Provençal) bordering its parcels. The blend of this Côtes-du-Rhône wine highlights Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, and Marsanne.
Its nose is charming and delicate, with orchard fruits and floral nuances. This precedes a palate that is both lush and fresh, marked by lemon and vineyard peach. This captivating balance ends on a broad and deep finish, enhanced by a slight zesty bitterness: perfect for summer seafood dishes, like trout fillet with toasted almonds!
To taste these three fabulous expressions of the 2023 vintage from Château La Nerthe, our team is pleased to welcome you to our estate: a delicious oenological stopover during your visit to Châteauneuf-du-Pape…