2022 Saint Siffrein Chateauneuf Du Pape Blanc
Terroir
The terroir is clay-limestone with rolled pebbles or pebbles, heated by the sun, which providentially diffuse a gentle heat, promoting the maturity of the grapes.
In the vineyard
The vineyard has been worked for 40 years using environmentally friendly methods. The yield is low: 35 hl/ha.
The harvest is carried out by hand in the morning when the grapes are at the coolest temperature, with a selection of the best grapes.
Winemaking
The harvest is directly pressed. Fermentation at low temperature to extract the aromas of the grapes. Vinification for 25% in 400 liter barrels. Vinification without sulphites.
Breeding
Aging for 5 months for 25% in 400 l barrels.
Malolactic fermentation carried out.
Bottled at the Domaine by us.
Grape varieties
White Grenache: 35%
Clairette: 30%
Bourboulenc: 15%
Roussanne: 15%
Picardan: 2.50%
Piquepoul: 2.50%
Specifications
Alcohol content: 14% vol.
Production volume: 2,500
Yield: 35 hL/ha
Average age of vines: 50 years
Aging in vats: 5 months
Aging in barrels: 5 months
Allergens: Contains sulphites.