Château Pape Clément 2011 Sauternes • James Suckling: 90 points

• James Suckling: 90 points

favorable conditions in September allowed for optimal ripening

situated on the valley floor

The 2010 vintage experienced particularly dry and relatively hot conditions

Château Pape Clément 2011 Sauternes • James Suckling: 90 pointsWinery Background and History Chteau Pape Clment, located in the Pessac Lognan appellation of Bordeaux, France, is one of the oldest estates in Bordeaux, with a history dating back to the 13th century. The estate is named after its most famous owner, Pope Clement V, who received the vineyard as a gift in 1299. Over the centuries, Chteau Pape Clment has been renowned for producing high quality wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Graves region.