2021 Château Pape Clement Pessac-Léognan Blanc

Elegant white Bordeaux from a historic vineyard in Pessac-Léognan.

The rich history of Château Pape Clément in Pessac-Léognan

Château Pape Clément is one of the oldest wine producing estates in Bordeaux, with a history dating back to 1252. The estate is named after Bertrand de Goth, who later became Pope Clement V. Under his leadership, the estate began growing vines and has produced wine continuously ever since.

Today, Château Pape Clément is owned by Bernard Magrez, an influential wine entrepreneur who owns several prestigious wineries in France. Under his management, the quality of the château has been raised to a new level. Thanks to a combination of tradition and modern techniques, the winery is known as a permanent value within the Pessac-Léognan appellation.

Location and climate of Pessac-Léognan: perfect conditions for white Bordeaux

The vineyards of Château Pape Clément are located on the outskirts of Bordeaux, in the heart of the Pessac-Léognan appellation. This area in the Graves region is known for its gravelly soils that drain well and retain heat. This promotes optimal ripening of the grapes, for both red and white wines.

The climate is temperate maritime with mild winters and warm summers, which contributes to a long growing season. In 2021, the estate benefited from a relatively cool but dry growing season, resulting in a white wine with great finesse, tension and aromatic precision.

The style and grape varieties of Château Pape Clément Blanc 2021

The 2021 Château Pape Clément Blanc is a blend of mainly Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon , supplemented with small amounts of Muscadelle and Sauvignon Gris. These grapes come from carefully selected plots and are harvested by hand to ensure optimum ripeness and freshness.

The wine is partially fermented and aged in French oak, with a refined balance between fruit expression and subtle wood notes. In the glass, the wine shows aromas of lime, white peach, fresh herbs, orange blossom and a hint of smoky minerality. The texture is full, but always tight and refined, with a long, fresh finish.

Why Château Pape Clément Blanc 2021 is so special

What sets this white Bordeaux apart is the combination of depth, structure and freshness. The wine is rich without becoming heavy and fresh without being too lean. This makes the wine not only impressive on release, but also suitable for maturing in the bottle for several years.

2021 is considered a classic year for white Bordeaux, in which the fresh character of Sauvignon Blanc comes into its own. The 2021 Pape Clément Blanc is therefore particularly successful and is praised by wine critics for its tension, elegance and precision.

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Wine and food pairings with 2021 Château Pape Clément Blanc

Thanks to its freshness, structure and aromatic complexity, this wine is widely applicable at the table. Below are some combinations that go particularly well:

• Baked scallops with cauliflower cream and hazelnut – The creaminess of the cauliflower and the soft taste of the scallops are perfectly balanced by the fresh acidity and mineral tension of the wine.
• Grilled Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce – The fattiness of the sauce is brightened by the lively acidity, while the green notes of the asparagus harmonize with the Sauvignon Blanc.
• Chicken fillet with tarragon and lemon cream sauce – The spicy and citrus aromas in both the dish and the wine enhance each other in a refined way.
• Risotto with green herbs and Parmesan cheese – The creamy texture of risotto calls for a wine with structure and acidity, which the Pape Clément Blanc delivers effortlessly.
• Baked salmon with dill and fennel – The soft, fatty texture of the salmon is beautifully broken up by the wine, while dill and fennel enhance the aromatic profile.