Within the renowned vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the Cuvée A Tempo 2022 from Domaine du Pegau stands as an ode to the great southern white, carved with an almost musical delicacy. Born of the terroir's alchemy and a diverse ageing regime, it addresses lovers of refined wines seeking a luminous, generous and taut expression, able to elevate the table as well as charm from the first glass. From a vintage of precise clarity, this cuvée reveals a bouquet of white fruits, light florals and citrus, spiced with a delicate touch, while the palate, generous and harmonious, unfolds a mineral thread and a tactile grain that caress the mouth. The little sister of the Da Tempo cuvée, it embraces an aesthetic of freshness and brightness, to be enjoyed for the charm of its youth.

Blend and winemaking

This Châteauneuf-du-Pape blanc is made in equal parts of clairette, roussanne and grenache blanc, an emblematic trio combining aromatic finesse, velvety texture and saline straightness. The grapes draw their character from a mosaic of clays, sands and rolled pebbles, a mineral matrix that signs the great southern whites with added relief. The ageing is deployed across three complementary vessels, each bringing its nuance: concrete egg for breathing and fruit purity, four-year-old barrels for a subtle patina without marked oak imprint, stainless-steel tank for precision and brightness. The whole composes a score with a subtly Burgundian balance at heart, while retaining the generosity of the southern Rhône.

Tasting notes

• Appearance: Bright pale gold, clear and crystalline, suggesting good density without heaviness.
• Nose: Clean expression of white fruits, fine flowers and citrus, highlighted by subtle spices and a very delicate earthy note that anchors the bouquet in its terroir.
• Palate: Generous, perfumed entry; full-bodied yet controlled texture, carried by precise minerality. A tingling grain coats the palate and extends the finish, which is vibrant and mouthwatering.

Serving temperature and advice

Serve between 10 and 12°C in large glasses to let the wine breathe and reveal its floral range and mineral depth. A short, gentle decant can accentuate the aromatic brightness during the first two years. This cuvée expresses itself gracefully in youth, where fruit and energy dominate, and tolerates short-term cellaring to preserve its radiant freshness. Store bottles away from light, lying down, in a cool, stable environment.

Food pairings

• Sea starters: sea bream tartare, delicate ceviche, plump oysters with lemon notes.
• Noble fish: roasted turbot, line-caught sea bass with fennel, sole with brown butter.
• Poultry and veal: chicken supreme with light cream, veal blanquette with early-season vegetables.
• Southern cuisine: confit vegetables, airy brandade, saffron risotto with citrus zest.
• Cheeses: aged tomme, old Comté with crystalline texture, fresh goat with herbs.

Occasions

Cuvée A Tempo 2022 is the ideal companion for moments of strong sensory intensity:

• A gourmet dinner where each pairing tells a luminous story.
• A shared table among taste connoisseurs, to celebrate the art of living.
• A connoisseur’s gift that will delight a lover of great southern whites.

Details

• Name : Domaine du Pegau, Cuvée A Tempo 2022
• Appellation : Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC
• Type : White wine
• Vintage : 2022
• Grapes : clairette, roussanne, grenache blanc, in equal parts
• Winemaking : Châteauneuf-style with Burgundian accents
• Ageing : 1/3 concrete egg, 1/3 four-year-old barrels, 1/3 stainless-steel tank
• Terroirs : clays, sands, rolled pebbles
• Serving temperature : 10–12°C
• Cellaring : best enjoyed young for its fruit and brightness