Château Pape Clément "white" 2013

Château Pape Clément Blanc 2013 — Pessac-Léognan

This Château Pape Clément Blanc 2013 is one of the great dry white wines of Pessac-Léognan. In a vintage particularly successful for Bordeaux whites, it combines richness, aromatic brightness and freshness, with a blend dominated by Sémillon, complemented by Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris and Muscadelle.

The wine stands out for its intensity, ample texture and long finish, between exotic fruits, ripe citrus, pear, white flowers, creamy and toasted notes, and gravelly minerality. Already expressive, it retains fine ageing potential thanks to its freshness and substance.

Terroir: Pessac-Léognan, gravel soils and great Bordeaux whites

Located just outside Bordeaux, Château Pape Clément benefits from gravel terroirs capable of producing dry white wines of great depth. The well-drained soils favour ripeness, while the freshness of the terroir preserves tension, precision and balance.

The 2013 blend brings together 54% Sémillon, 36% Sauvignon Blanc, 8% Sauvignon Gris and 2% Muscadelle. Sémillon brings volume, texture and complexity, while the Sauvignons enhance aromatic brightness, freshness and mineral length.

Tasting notes

Expression of the 2013 vintage

The 2013 vintage was more challenging for Bordeaux reds, but it produced very fine dry white wines, driven by freshness, aromatic definition and tension. This Pape Clément Blanc stands out for its balance between textured richness, bright fruit and a fresh finish. It can be enjoyed today, ideally served cool but not over-chilled, after a short aeration in the glass.