Famille Isabel Ferrando 2023 Cuvée Spéciale Vieilles Clairettes Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc (1.5L Magnum) Rhone Valley France

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👉 “Only produced in 1.5L Magnum – approx. 800 bottles worldwide.”

The Famille Isabel Ferrando 2023 Cuvée Spéciale Vieilles Clairettes Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc Magnum (1.5L) is one of the most rare and distinctive white wines produced in the Southern Rhône. Crafted by renowned winemaker Isabel Ferrando, this exceptional cuvée showcases the elegance, freshness, and longevity of old-vine Clairette from the historic Saint-Préfert estate.

Produced exclusively in 1.5 liter Magnum bottles, this wine is designed for extended aging and optimal evolution. With only approximately 800 magnums produced, it is a true collector’s wine and one of the most unique white Châteauneuf-du-Pape bottlings available.

Sourced from the Quartier des Serres, one of the most sun-drenched areas in the appellation, the vines—planted as early as 1940—grow in soils composed of rounded river stones, gravel, sand, and blue clay. This terroir imparts both richness and remarkable mineral tension to the wine.

Made from 100% old-vine Clairette (including rare pink Clairette variants), this cuvée expresses a refined and saline style of Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc, emphasizing precision, freshness, and terroir-driven complexity.

The 2023 vintage reveals a layered aromatic profile of white flowers, fennel, citrus peel, lychee, and candied pineapple, with hints of ginger, lime, and toasted bread. On the palate, the wine is rich yet energetic, with remarkable structure, vibrant acidity, and a long, mineral-driven finish marked by subtle notes of bitter almond and saline freshness.

Fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged with meticulous care, this wine embodies Isabel Ferrando’s philosophy of producing wines that balance power with finesse, while allowing the terroir to speak clearly.

Tasting Notes

Color: Pale gold with bright reflections
Aromas: White flowers, fennel, citrus, lychee, candied pineapple
Palate: Rich, structured, and vibrant with tension and minerality
Finish: Long, saline, and complex with notes of almond and citrus zest

Winemaking

• Grapes: 100% old-vine Clairette (planted ~1940)
• Harvest: Hand-harvested and sorted
• Fermentation: Native yeasts, whole-cluster fermentation
• Aging: Barrel fermentation and extended aging (including large oak and alternative vessels depending on vintage)
• Format: Bottled exclusively in 1.5L Magnum
• Production: ~800 magnums annually
• Farming: Certified biodynamic and organic

Wine Details

Producer: Famille Isabel Ferrando
Vintage: 2023
Appellation: Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc
Region: Rhône Valley
Country: France
Varietal: 100% Clairette (old vines)
Terroir: Rolled pebbles, gravel, blue clay, sand
Bottle Size: 1.5L Magnum (only format produced)
Style: Rich, mineral-driven, age-worthy white Rhône wine

Cellaring Potential

This wine is built for longevity and will evolve beautifully for 10–20+ years, especially in magnum format, gaining complexity and depth over time.

Food Pairing

Pairs beautifully with:

• Lobster and shellfish
• Seared scallops
• Grilled fish
• Creamy poultry dishes
• Aged cheeses

Why This Wine Matters

This cuvée is one of the “hidden gems” of Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc, showcasing the rare potential of old-vine Clairette. Its Magnum-only production, biodynamic farming, and extremely limited availability make it a standout wine for collectors and enthusiasts alike.