White expression of a sun-drenched terroir, the Domaine de Beaurenard, Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2024 stands out for its pure tone and gently contained energy. From vineyards farmed in biodynamics, it faithfully reflects the nobility of the rolled pebbles and sands of the southern Rhône. Its aromatic palette unfolds gracefully between white-fleshed fruits, scrubland flowers and crystalline citrus, all shaded by a mineral thread that signs the house's precision. For the enthusiast seeking a great gastronomic white, it delivers the expected answer: a bright, flavoursome wine capable of accompanying seafood as well as creamier cuisine without ever losing drive. Praised by tasters, rated 94-95/100 by Petronio and hailed as a very successful wine by the Guide Hachette 2026, it embodies the continuity of a family know-how where exacting standards meet the pursuit of harmony.

Blend and vinification

The uniqueness of this Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc comes from a blend of heritage grape varieties exalted by biodynamic viticulture that favours the natural balance of the vines and soil vitality. The composition is Clairette (30%), a slender grape that lengthens the palate and refines aromas, Bourboulenc (25%) for tension and citrus notes, Roussanne (22%) bringing roundness and floral depth, Grenache blanc (20%) for aromatic generosity, completed by Picpoul blanc (2%) and Picardan (1%) which add uprightness and relief. Ageing is handled with tact, aiming for precision rather than emphasis, to preserve freshness, subtle texture and a faithful reading of the 2024 vintage. No make-up here, just patient shaping that favours balance, aromatic clarity and a clean finish able to converse with food without ever overpowering it.

Tasting notes

• Colour : Pale gold with pearly reflections, clear and bright. Light dances with a crystal delicacy, foreshadowing a silky tactile sensation. A slight viscosity marks a present body, held by a fresh backbone.
• Nose : Clear bouquet of fresh pear, white peach and crunchy apple, lifted by white flowers, verbena and linden. Accents of citrus peel, lemon and bergamot mingle with a touch of wet stone. On aeration, fine notes of almond, fennel and candied zest emerge, weaving an airy complexity without excessive oak.
• Palate : Bright attack quickly wrapped by pulpy, perfectly held material. The mid-palate combines volume and bounce, like a drape that hugs the palate without weight. The finish, precise and extended, stretches on subtle salinity and a citrus return, leaving a sense of clarity and great drinkability.

Serving temperature and advice

Serve between 10 and 12°C in tulip-shaped glasses to reveal freshness while allowing the texture to unfold. Decanting 15 minutes before service lets floral and citrus notes open up. Avoid overly robust seasonings that would mask the wine's finesse, and favour restrained cooking. Its cellaring potential of 2 to 5 years allows for immediate enjoyment with a crystalline profile, or evolution towards light honeyed and dried-flower nuances. For information, reference energy value: 76 KCal, 314 KJ per 100 ml.

Food pairings

• Seafood aperitifs: fine oysters, whelks, herb fish rillettes, for a fresh, textured start.
• Starters: gilt-head bream carpaccio with lime, sea bass tartare, thin white asparagus, which highlight the citrus drive and floral delicacy.
• Main courses: seared scallops, grilled or lightly sauced fish, free-range poultry in cream, pairings that embrace its creamy body and tension.
• Cheese: fresh chèvre, young tommes, creamy sheep's cheeses, a meeting of milky softness and minerality.
• Desserts: fine citrus tart, lemon-bergamot shortbread, where the sharp acidity prolongs the wine's finish without sweetening it.

Drinking occasions

The Domaine de Beaurenard, Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2024 is the preferred companion for:

• an iodised lunch bathed in light, centred on simply seasoned seafood.
• a gastronomic dinner where texture balance and aromatic precision are essential.
• as a gift for an enthusiast, promising a subtle and memorable tasting.

Characteristics

• Name : Domaine de Beaurenard, Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2024
• Appellation : Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC
• Type : White wine
• Vintage : 2024
• Grape varieties : Clairette (30%), Bourboulenc (25%), Roussanne (22%), Grenache blanc (20%), Picpoul blanc (2%), Picardan (1%)
• Alcohol by volume : Not disclosed
• Ageing : Not disclosed
• Capacity : 75 cl
• Cellaring : 2 to 5 years
• Serving temperature : 10–12°C