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93POINTS
17¼/20
Domaine Raymond Usseglio & Fils Pure Clairette 2023
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhone, Rhone Valley, FranceThe Usseglio family first started making wine in Châteauneuf-du-Pape after World War 2, and their first vintage was released in 1949. They have since converted their vineyards to organic and biodynamic Demeter certified.This clairette comes from their estate vineyards and 50 year old vines in Chateauneuf-du-Pape, and is a parcel selection from the Bois Sénéchaux's sandy soils. This was native fermented in 17 hL foudres and 5 hL demi-muids from Stockinger, followed by 6 months again in the same vessels. It's rare to see a solo clairette, and even more so from the iconic CdP appellation. Crystalline and refined, with juicy pomelo, quince, and perfumed white peach across stony palate, kissed with blossom honey, subtle barrel spice and more fragrant citrus rind on the lingering finish. Very elegant and polished, and most likely the poshest clairette you'll ever try.Tasted: 18 April 2025Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| BC | $160.00 | 750ml | private wine stores |
Grape: Clairette CSPC: 289152
