Freddy R. Troya

9.3

Château de Nages – JT Blanc 2023
Costières de Nîmes AOC, Rhône Valley, France 🇫🇷

Overview
A Rhône white blend crafted in honor of Joseph Torres, the estate’s founder, who believed great wines begin with sourcing the finest vineyards. The blend for the 2023 vintage is 60% Roussanne, 25% Clairette, 12% Viognier, and 6% Grenache Blanc — a textbook southern Rhône composition balancing aromatic richness with Mediterranean freshness. Fun note: Costières de Nîmes is the southernmost Rhône appellation, influenced by both Rhône structure and Mediterranean breezes.

Aromas & Flavors
Lively and expressive, with ripe peach, apricot, and pear leading the way, framed by citrus zest, acacia, and delicate white flowers. Subtle notes of honeycomb and almond add a creamy undertone, while Viognier contributes its exotic lift.

Mouthfeel
Medium- to full-bodied, rounded yet fresh, the 2023 shows vibrant acidity from Clairette and Grenache Blanc, balanced by the richer texture of Roussanne. The finish is long, mineral-driven, and delicately nutty.

Winemaking Notes
Partial barrel aging on Roussanne adds texture and depth, while the rest remains fresh and fruit-driven. The philosophy is finesse over power, highlighting terroir transparency and balance.

Food Pairing
Brilliant with Mediterranean-inspired dishes like grilled seabass with herbs, roasted chicken, or ratatouille. Also pairs beautifully with lobster, scallops, or alpine cheeses such as Comté and Tomme.

Verdict
The 2023 JT Blanc once again proves why Château de Nages is a leader in Costières de Nîmes. Complex yet refreshing, it delivers Rhône character with Mediterranean charm — a wine to enjoy now or hold for a few years. Cheers! — 2 days ago

Sylvie schryburt

9.8

Oh… là on parle! Une belle robe jaune doré, léger pétillant, belle acidité, bien balancer, mielleux, abricot, rose, pommes verte. Superbe. LCBO $28, je l’ai eu en spécial $21! — 3 years ago

Rebecca Graham

9.0

Black fruits. Garrigue. Not complex. Needs air at first. Delicious with chicken and with lamb. Very dry. — 4 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

This Rhône rosé is a lovely surprise—bright, fresh, and a little more serious than your average pink bottle. Made from mostly Mourvèdre 65%, with Grenache 18% and Syrah 17% rounding things out, it offers juicy red fruit like strawberry and currant, along with hints of floral notes and soft spice. It’s lively without being too sharp, and has a nice texture that suggests it could hold up for a couple of years.

Certified organic and grown on pebbly, iron-rich soils in Costières de Nîmes, this wine brings both sustainability and character to the table. It pairs effortlessly with salmon salads, light cheeses, or just a sunny afternoon. A thoughtful, well-made rosé that punches above its weight. — 4 months ago

John Howard

Harvest production at Hirsch and Cobb Wineries

9.0

Surprisingly good. — 2 years ago

Byron C Mayes

9.0

Star bright yellow gold. Inviting nose of ripe quince and citrus rind. Full-bodied palate echoes the nose adding a firm mineral streak alongside medium acidity. A great Rhône white that’s ready to accompany a wide range of hearty autumn white wine fare. Roasted poultry, seafood risotto or casserole, or white sauces will shine particularly well. My go to tonight is teriyaki salmon. Drink now through 2023. — 4 years ago

Andrew Chansky

9.0

Medium bodied red with smooth finish from the Rhône Valley. 70% Grenache with the balance a mix of Syrah & Mourvèdre — 7 months ago

your mom

8.9

Very good. Will buy again — 2 years ago

Byron C Mayes

8.9

100% Grenache Blanc. Near clear straw gold with fine bubbles and persistent white mousse. Stony white cherry on the inviting nose. Mineral, green apple, and white cherry on the medium palate. Firm acidity, of course, and a lengthy though faint finish. A novelty now; a staple later. Ingenious vinting of White Grenache as a zero dosage, extra brut bubbly. This should easily be on everyone's mid-range sparkling list for brunch or a dinner starter. Drink when you buy it, of course. — 3 years ago

Michael gayle

9.5

Drinks like $100. Over-Chill and decant for 1.5 hours. Worth the wait. — 4 years ago