AOC Pessac-Léognan
The whites from Château de Rochemorin are astonishing wines. They reveal a particular expression of the Sauvignon grape variety, with its notes of citrus fruit and flowers, finely wooded. Carefully controlled barrel ageing on the lees does not leave its mark on the wines, but enhances the richness of the palate and supports a remarkable range of aromas.
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
09/03/2019
Tasting
Crystal clear, a quite pale yellow colour with some green reflections.
Expressive on the nose, with finely oaked citrus notes. After aeration, more floral notes (broom) emerge.
Very fresh attack. Acidity and freshness are subtly balanced; good fat on the mid-palate, with floral and some more exotic notes, and light, perfectly integrated oak. Very well balanced overall.
Terroir
Deep gravel slopes with limestone outcrops at the foot of the slopes
In the vineyard
Pruning type: Double Guyot
Grape Harvest: Hand Picking
Winemaking
After settling, 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 wine can be served with shellfish, salmon gravlax, or blanquette de veau.
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.
