Chateau Carbonnieux Pessac-Leognan Blanc 2021 (750ml)

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Producer	Chateau Carbonnieux
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux
Subregion	Pessac-Leognan
Varietal	White Bordeaux Blend
Vintage	2021
Sku	37749
Size	750ml

   

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This wine has a beautiful transparent yellow color. The first nose is very pure, the cool month of August perfectly protected the aromatic potential. The full expression of Sauvignon Blanc on clay-limestone soil is present here exhaling notes of grapefruit and lime blossom. After stirring, always necessary for young wines, the nose develops in aromas around lemony citrus fruits. The attack is lively, full of freshness, in the mid-palate the wine evolves with the very interesting fat of the Semillon aged on lees and ends with a fresh and dense finish. This continues in the mouth with a remarkable length. Among the aromas of the mouth we again find the citrus fruits, like a candy, perceived on the nose as well as a delicacy that is both floral and fruity. 2021 is in keeping with the line of very fine white Bordeaux vintages .   

Château Carbonnieux white is a legendary wine. It is said that in the 18th century it was introduced to the Sultan of Constantinople’s palace because of its clarity and was called “mineral water from Carbonnieux”, thus defying the Islamic law.

The clay–limestone of Garonne gravel found in the Pessac-Léognan Appellation certainly produces the best dry white wines in the Bordeaux region. When young, Carbonnieux white wines are delightfully refreshing and pure with a fruity, floral intensity. When mature they develop hints of dried and candied fruits giving scope for a large range of gastronomic pairings. 

The batches which will form part of this “cru classé” will be blended so as to induce an excellent complicity between the grape varieties. The chosen Semillon grapes will add structure to the liveliness of the Sauvignon grapes by giving them roundness and volume on the palate.

65% Sauvignon, 35% Semillon. Slow and gentle pneumatic pressing under inert gas - whole or destemmed bunches - Cold clarification. Fermenting and ageing in oak barrels (225 or 400L) and oak vats (30 or 50hL).

This estate, particularly well known for its white wines, has lived up to its reputation in this new release. The wine is rich while also taut, young and textured. Spice from wood aging comes in at the end. Drink from 2026. Cellar Selection -R.V.

Spiced lemon, ginger, gooseberries and minerals on the nose. Broad, medium- to full-bodied palate with fresh acidity and a zippy finish. 65% sauvignon and 35% semillon.