AOC Pessac-Léognan
Whole-grape pressing, fermentation and barrel ageing with bâtonnage (stirring of the lees) are some of the rigorous winemaking methods used to make Château de Cruzeau white wines, in order to obtain the finest expression of its terroir. A rich, complex nose, with lovely notes of white fruit and citrus, freshness and roundness on the palate: characteristics that contribute to the charm and elegance of these white wines.
Varietal
Sauvignon blanc : 100%
Alcohol content
13.5% vol.
Weather conditions
2015 was the third warmest year since 1900... Drought conditions, above-average monthly temperatures and sunshine (in the first half of the year), cool nights and hot weather in August accompanying véraison (colour change) were all ideal for the vines!
Harvest
09/03/2015
Tasting
Brilliant, sumptuous, and very luminous pale yellow colour.
Very attractive and quite floral bouquet with a hint of honeysuckle that enhances the citrus notes of this pure Sauvignon Blanc.
The wine starts out very crisp and fresh, going on to be rich and aromatic. The excellent aftertaste is slightly toasty.
Terroir
Ridges with deep gravel with zones of clay-limestone
In the vineyard
Pruning type: Double guyot
Grape Harvest: By hand
Winemaking
on sediments in oak barrels.
Ageing
For 10 months in oak barrels (35% new) on full lees with bâtonnage.
Serving
Serve between 9°C and 12°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Food pairings
This 2015 Cruzeau is especially tasty with fish dishes, risotto, and a cheese platter.
Or
Concours Général Agricole Paris 2017 - Or
2 Stars
Le Guide Hachette des Vins
2018-08-31
15/20
Bernard Burtschy - Le Figaro
2016-05-16
91/100
Jane Anson - Decanter
2016-04-19
Château de Cruzeau stands out for its gravel terroir of rare homogeneity, offering ideal conditions for the production of great Bordeaux wines. Located on the left bank of Bordeaux, in the heart of the prestigious Pessac-Léognan Appellation, it produces red wines of the highest quality, revealing elegance and depth. Its rich, complex white wines reveal a beautiful aromatic palette of white fruits, sublimated by a delicate woodiness.
