Château Rayas 2008 Blanc
Chateauneuf-du-Pape
Château Rayas Blanc is one of the rarest, most atypical, and highly sought-after white wines in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. Crafted by the Reynaud family from an equal blend of Grenache Blanc and Clairette, this wine flourishes on a unique terroir of very lean, sandy soil surrounded by forests—a setting that imparts a freshness and a singular style, setting it entirely apart from classic southern white wines. Patiently aged in old wooden casks (*foudres*), it is distinguished by its golden hue and a captivating nose of white flowers, candied citrus, fennel, beeswax, and sweet spices. On the palate, it is expansive and oily, yet driven by an incredible mineral tension.
Data sheet
| Recoverable VAT | No |
|---|---|
| Colour | Dry white |
| Format | Bottle (75cl) |
| Vintage | 2008 |
| Volume | 12,50 % vol - 75 cl |
| Appellation | Châteauneuf-du-Pape |
| Level | Perfect |
| Label | Slightly stained |
| Region | Rhône |
| Areas of Rhône | Rayas |
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