Domaine Julien Masquin - Montplaisir blanc 2016
91/100
Robert Parker
15,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
"Fresh and zesty, Chateauneuf du Pape Montplaisir Blanc 2016 is a blend of 70% Grenache Blanc and 30% Bourboulenc that is not aged in wood. It is medium-bodied to full-bodied, fleshy and round on the palate, with a lemony, refreshing finish and a pleasant touch of bitterness. (Wine Advocate 2017 - Robert Parker) An exceptional white wine in limited quantities!
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Eye
Straw yellow color with golden highlights
Nose
Refined with notes of white flowers and citrus fruits
Mouth
Fresh, tangy, and pure
Serve
At 12-14°C
Drink from
2018
Drink before
2024
Production
2,000 bottles
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with sea bass with fennel, monkfish Provençal style, scallops à la plancha, seafood risotto, foie gras, white meats, blue cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2019 guide) 15,5/20 (Very good wine)
Rated estate (2019 guide) 2 stars (A serious and recommendable production, but a little more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
The location of the vineyards is exceptional, on the sands of Pignan and Rayas, with Côtes-du-Rhône bordering this highly prestigious area of Châteauneuf. Excellent viticulture and precise winemaking in a rented vat room in the heart of the village. It remains for this young and talented winemaker to confirm his talent in future vintages. The 2016 white is superb in its finesse and precision. As for the 2015 reds, they are a success. The Memora cuvée, with its infused style, exudes great purity. Meanwhile, the Montplaisir cuvée displays a superior ambition that places it among the bottles to remember in 2015. A domaine to watch closely.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2019 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
Paul Masquin acquired vineyards in Courthézon in 1936, which he leased out. In 1998, his grandson Julien took over the estate, taking the grapes to the local cooperative, which he left in 2009 to produce his own wines. The vineyard now covers 22 hectares.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rating (2017 guide) 91/100 (Outstanding wine)
Rated estate (2017 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About wine:
Fresh and zesty, Châteauneuf du Pape Montplaisir Blanc 2016 is a blend of 70% Grenache Blanc and 30% Bourboulenc that is not aged in wood. It is medium-bodied to full-bodied, fleshy and round on the palate, with a refreshing citrus finish and a pleasant touch of bitterness.
Customer rating
3.8/5
based on 4 reviews
Review and opinion by Mr. LAURENT K. Published on 12/15/2020
A rather surprising wine for its appellation. Very mineral. It just lacks a little length.
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Note and opinion by Mr. OLIVIER M. Published on 06/20/2023
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Review and opinion by Mr. MAX H. Published on 06/26/2019
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Note and review by Mr. PIERRE B. Published on 02/12/2019
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