The 1997 Chateauneuf du Pape Clos de Beauvenir (53% Roussanne, 47% Clairette) was made in limited quantities of just over 400 cases. This 100% barrel-fermented wine has its malolactic fermentation blocked, resulting in a rich, full-bodied, spicy, oaky style. It is Burgundian in orientation, with the oak influence quite noticeable. The Clos de Beauvenir should age nicely for 3-4 years.
Importer: Veuve Clicquot Imports, New York, NY; Tel. (212) 888-7575