Château de Nalys

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Grand Vin Blanc 2022

Chateauneuf-du-Pape

Trade Tools

Château de Nalys Châteauneuf-du-Pape Grand Vin Blanc showcases Guigal’s expertise in Rhône white wines, combining power, elegance, and expression. The wine offers an intensely aromatic nose of white flowers, citrus, and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, a deep minerality complements the floral and citrus notes, creating a penetrating presence. With 18% of the estate planted to white varieties, Nalys produces one of the most complex and expressive whites in the region. Guigal’s leadership in Rhône whites is evident in this exceptional wine.

VINEYARD

This wine is produced from four exceptional terroirs: “Nalys” (30%) with red sandstone typical of the Comtat and Saffres, “Bois Sénéchal” (30%), “La Crau” (25%) and “Piedlong” (15%), the last three constituted of ancient alluvial stones from the Rhone, the famous galets.

WINEMAKING

Manual harvest and sorting, pressing and clarification of must before vinification taking place 70% in wood and 30% in stainless steel.

VINTAGE

The 2022 vintage in Châteauneuf du Pape was defined by intense heat and drought, with rainfall far below average from March onwards. A wet winter helped replenish water tables before the dry season took hold. Storms in mid-August brought relief but also hail, reducing yields in affected parcels, and harvest was exceptionally early. Low yields produced highly concentrated, powerful reds with strong aging potential, making Châteauneuf the standout appellation of the vintage.

TASTING NOTE

Pale youthful gold, clear and brilliant. Intense nose of white flowers and citrus with a lovely vanilla note. A noble wine with breadth, elegance and length, a noble wine.

FOOD PAIRING

Langoustines, fish with a “beurre blanc” sauce, aged goat cheese.

UPC

3536651191004

Color

White

Blend %

100% Rhone White Blend

Appellation

Chateauneuf-du-Pape

Alcohol

14.5%

Suggested Retail Price

$94

Reviews

Jeb Dunnuck - November 3, 2023 "Made from 40% each of Grenache Blanc and Roussanne and the rest Clairette, brought up all in wood, (2/3 demi-muids and 1/3 barrels, 5% new), the 2022 Châteauneuf Du Pape Grand Vin Blanc is one of – if not the – white of the vintage. White peach, citrus oil, green almonds, brioche, and toasty notes define the aromatics, and it’s full-bodied, with a layered, concentrated yet focused mouthfeel, good acidity (pH 3.4), and a great finish. It's a stunning white from the south that I wish every reader could taste. It will evolve for 15 years or more."

Wine Advocate - November 20, 2025 "Crafted from vines planted on clay soils, the 2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc emerges from the glass with aromas of spring flowers, orchard fruits, white peach and white flowers, mingled with attractive spicy notes. Medium- to full-bodied, satiny and ample, it is textural and racy, with a fleshy core of fruit and a delicately spicy finish. It will offer a broad drinking window. This is a real success."

Vinous - June 13, 2024 "The 2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc unwinds with yellow apple, ripe pear, cedar and apricot elements. Showing a little more substance and weight compared to the Saintes Pierres de Nalys from the same vintage, the full-bodied 2022 Château de Nalys finishes with excellent persistence."

Trade Materials

View all

Videos

View all

Chateau de Nalys Blanc

August 16, 2019 - This informational video demonstrates the various geographical location of the Chateau de Nalys Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc vineyards.

Other Wines by this Producer

View all

Saintes Pierres de Nalys Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc

Châteauneuf-du-Pape

The second white wine to the Chateau de Nalys Grand Vin Blanc has a character all its own, with a strongly different varietal and plot composition, and like its red Saintes Pierres counterpart, a fermentation, and aging geared towards emphasizing freshness. The hallmark seamlessness of Guigal's white wines is especially evident in this wine, which is unlike any Chateauneuf white we have experienced in its grace and lift.

Saintes Pierres de Nalys Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Translated as "holy stones", a play on the soils and history of Chateauneuf-du-Pape, the second red wine to Chateau de Nalys is an altogether different animal. Differing varietal and plot selections, fermentation, and aging result in a wine that is rich and ample, yet offers immense direct and approachable pleasure; a wine of red fruits, supple structure and brightness.