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% vol.
Weather conditions
2019 was marked by a fairly mild winter, resulting in early bud break. Spring rainfall was scarce and drought conditions set in in early summer. Rainfall in August provided a welcome relief for winegrowers.
Harvest
08/29/2019
Tasting
Pale yellow colour, with slightly silvery green reflections.
Expressive on the nose and quite complex, with a mixture of floral notes (honeysuckle) and more fruity notes (citrus); all enhanced by very light and well-integrated oak.
Supple attack, followed by nice roundness on the palate, with floral notes, and also white fruit (peach, nectarine). Good length on the finish. A very well-balanced wine.
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
It will be a pleasure to taste with a salmon terrine with sorrel, curried prawn risotto, or vol-au-vents.
Or
2021 - Challenge International du Vin Or
90/100
Yves Beck - Beckustator
2020-05-28
91/100
Jane Anson - Decanter
2020-05-30
91-92/100
James Suckling
2020-06-08
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.
