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
12,5% vol.
Weather conditions
2022 will have been a particularly atypical year, with extreme weather conditions. In addition to a very early frost in the spring, which affected the vineyards just as the vines were starting to bud, there was a long spell of exceptional drought from May until the end of September. The result was low yields and perfect health at harvest time throughout the perfect health at harvest time throughout the vineyard.
Harvest
18 August - 27 August 2022
Tasting
An attractive, fairly pale yellow colour with a few silver highlights.
The nose is very fresh, marked by Sauvignon aromas as well as citrus and exotic fruits.
The attack is lively and fresh. This particularly pleasant freshness accompanies us throughout the tasting. The palate is richly aromatic, with delicious delicious citrus notes mixed with a hint of brioche. Medium length. A great tasting experience!
Terroir
Ridges with deep gravel.
In the vineyard
Pruning type: Double Guyot.
Grape Harvest: mechanical harvesting.
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
Smoked salmon and dill puff pastry, Scallops a la plancha, Normandy-style veal chop.
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.
