Tasting notes
Minerality, Alcohol, Acidity, Fruity · Dry
Food pairings
These dishes match this appellation's flavour profile.
- Top pickPan-seared monkfish on a bed of leeks
Tender fish with a delicate flavor and light roasted aroma enhances the mineral and fruity presence, while moderate acidity balances the richness.
- Heirloom tomato salad, burrata and pesto
Juicy tomatoes and creamy burrata highlight the wine's freshness and fruitiness; the pesto adds a slight bitterness and a harmonious herbaceous texture.
- Galician-style turbot with steamed potatoes
The firm texture of the fish and the smoothness of the oil enhance the citrusy freshness and silky body, while the touch of wood perfectly accompanies the creaminess of the dish.
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- Roast chicken with lemon butter and fondant potatoes
Golden skin and lemon juice enhance the wine's vivacity; the potatoes provide roundness and a generous texture that balances the acidity and minerality.
- Roast free-range chicken with chestnut cream and mushrooms
The light smokiness of the roast and the creaminess of the chestnuts harmonize with the aging notes, balancing the vibrant acidity for a comforting and elegant ensemble on the palate.
- Pan-seared trout fillet, crushed potatoes with lemon zest
The delicate flesh of the trout and the sharp lemon complement the acidity and minerality of the wine; the crushed potatoes provide substance without being heavy.
Storage potential between 2 and 5 years
Currently drink vintages 2021 to 2024
Serve between 10°C and 12°C
Common varieties
Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc is a famous white grape variety grown in many wine regions around the world. In France, it is mainly cultivated in the Loire Valley and Bordeaux region. It produces lively and aromatic white wines, with flavors of tropical fruits, citrus, and boxwood.
Sémillon
Sémillon is a white grape variety traditionally cultivated in the Bordeaux region of France. It is often used to produce dry, sweet, and luscious white wines, with aromas of tropical fruits, honey, and nuts.