🏅 Vinous 92 pts
🏅 James Suckling 91 pts
🏅 Wine Advocate 91 pts
🏅 Vivino 4.2
The property is one of the oldest in the appellation and was listed in the land register at the end of the 16th century. Château de Nalis is named after its first owner, Jacques Nalis, a farmer from the Archdiocese of Avignon. In 1633 he was placed in charge of a farm building and the surrounding lands and vineyards, which was the origin of the current territory. The Nellis family produced wine here and ruled the land until the French Revolution. The land was subsequently sold to a local family in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, who had owned the land for seven generations. Dr. Philip Dufice is one of the last members of the family, and certainly one of the most famous.。He came to the area during World War II and married into the family. The man known as "The Doctor" was passionate about the property and poured all his resources and energy into it. For nearly two decades, he worked on the development of the property, doubling its size and developing sales in multiple markets overseas. In 1975, his son died in an accident, and Dufius decided to leave Nallis. It was sold to Groupama Insurance Company. In 2017, the Guigard family purchased Château de Nalis, attracted by the unique "terroir" and its rich history.
In 1975, his son died in an accident, and Dufius decided to leave Nallis. It was sold to Groupama Insurance Company. In 2017, the Guigard family purchased Château de Nalis, attracted by the unique "terroir" and its rich history.
Since its founding in 1946 by Etienne Guigal, Château Guigal has been selecting and maturing the wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Nalys holds a special place in the hearts of Marcel and Philippe Guigal, the sons and grandsons of the estate’s founders. By purchasing property in this prestigious and historic appellation, they have realized a three-generation dream. Both companies are committed to expressing the best of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, applying the passion and rigor that are at the heart of the family's quality philosophy.
Average age of vines: 45 years
Specialties: Hand-picked and sorted, then vinified in thermostatic tanks at around 28-30°C. Vinification lasts about 4 weeks.
Aging: 18 months in stainless steel tanks and vats (10%)
Tasting notes:
Visual: Ruby red, bright and deep.
Nose: Elegant and open aromas with notes of red fruits.
Taste: Ample, supple tannins, maintaining good firmness.
Overall: A full-bodied wine, with a balance between richness and freshness.
🏅 Vinous 92 pts
Glistening ruby. Spice-accented dark berries and cherry on the nose, alongwith suggestions of garrigue and smoky minerals. juicy blackberry, cherrycola and lavender flavors provide very good palate coverage and turnspicier with air. The floral note carries through a clinging, energetic finishshaped by smooth, well.knit tannins.
🏅 James Suckling 91 pts
A grassy and fresh white with roughly 50% clairette, this has lemons and some lightly grassy nuances with a smooth palate that has melon-pastry flavors and smooth texture.
🏅 Wine Advocate 91 pts
Marked by hints of allspice and clove, the 2017 Chateauneuf du Pape Saintes Pierres delivers classic leather and cherry flavors. It's medium to full-bodied, yet silky and streamlined, well-balanced for its stated 15% alcohol. Drink it over the next 5–8 years.
