AOC Pessac-Léognan
"Couchiroy"or "Couche Roi" in Gascon. According to legend, one stormy evening,King Henri IV, returning from the Battle of Coutras, stopped here for a rest. Hewill surely have appreciated this fresh, easy-to-drink wine and enjoyed itsastonishing tropical fruit aromas. Atrue wine fit for a king!
Varietal
Sauvignon blanc : 100%
Alcohol content
12.5% vol.
Weather conditions
The weather in 2024 was extreme, with heavy rainfall, lack of sunshine and cool temperatures, making the fight against vine diseases particularly difficult. After a somewhat difficult flowering period with some coulure, a more favourable period in August allowed the grapes to change colour evenly, followed by a rapid harvest in September to preserve the quality of the grapes. This vintage marks a return to normal harvest dates.
Harvest
04 September - 12 September 2024
Tasting
A seductive appearance with a luminous, pale-yellow hue.
The nose is intense and alluring, combining fresh citrus aromas with delicate floral notes and subtle hints of vanilla.
On the palate, the attack is crisp and lively, revealing a finely balanced acidity that brings freshness and energy. Citrus flavors, highlighted by zest-like notes, unfold with intensity and extend into a persistent, elegant finish. The wine delights with its balance, vibrancy, and particularly enjoyable character.
Terroir
Gravel, clay subsoil.
In the vineyard
Pruning type: Double Guyot
Grape Harvest: mechanical harvesting.
Winemaking
After settling, part in barrels and part in stainless-steel temperature-controlled tanks.
Ageing
Part in barrels, remainder in tanks on lees.
Serving
Serve between 9°C and 12°C.
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Food pairings
Oysters and seafood, summer salad with avocado, citrus and shrimp, roasted sea bass fillet with lemon and herbs, asparagus risotto.
Château de Rochemorin is located on one of the highest gravelly hilltops in the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Formerly owned by the famous philosopher Montesquieu, the Château is characterized by the great diversity of its terroir. Rigorous soil mapping has enabled us to match each grape variety to the terroir best suited to it. Its white wines seduce with their remarkable aromatic palette, combining freshness and complexity, while its red wines embody the finesse and elegance of great Bordeaux wines.
