Vieux Telegraphe Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc 2005

Light yellow.

Lemon, very ripe pineapple, almond extract. Expressive, particularly for CdP white.

Dense, but middle-weight feel. Acid/mineral chew from mid-palate through the finish. Pineapple front and center, with lime and exotic fruit on the side. Subtle sulfide nuance kicks in on the finish. Something here reminds me of the Naiades Verdejo.

This has a significant percentage of Clairette, 40%, I think.


$38