Owned by the Richard family since 1985, Château La Nerthe is one of the most beautiful and renowned estates in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The first bottling at the estate took place in 1784. Today, managed by Rémi Jean, the 92 hectares of vines are cultivated organically, without chemical fertilizers, herbicides, or synthetic pesticides. The terroir, highly representative of the appellation, alternates between sand, clay, limestone, and the famous rolled pebbles.
Winemaking
The grapes are hand-harvested and sorted on a sorting table. The whole bunches are then pressed to slowly extract the best juice. The Roussanne is fermented in 228- and 600-liter barrels (one-third new oak) and aged on its fine lees. The other grape varieties are first vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and then aged on their fine lees. The blending takes place shortly before bottling.
Tasting Notes: Pale yellow in color. The nose reveals aromas of stone fruits (peach, apricot) and white flowers. On the palate, it displays a beautiful complexity, with notes of citrus (lime), exotic fruits (pineapple, mango), and a lovely acidity. This Châteauneuf-du-Pape features fine, well-integrated oak, with an expressive finish of zesty and persistent mineral notes.
Grape Varieties: 44% Roussanne, 41% Grenache Blanc, 11% Clairette, 4% Bourboulenc
Flavor: Lively and dry
Alcohol: 14.5%
Serving Suggestion: Pairs perfectly with shellfish, crustaceans, and fish with Provençal herb sauces. Serve at 10-12°C.
