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
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
Pale yellow with green highlights, brilliant and limpid.
Le The nose is expressive, marked by aromas of yellow and white fruit, notably apricot and nectarine. It gains in complexity with the appearance of notes of brioche and sweet spices, such as gingerbread
On the palate, the attack is unctuous, followed by a fine balance between volume and freshness. The finish is taut, enhanced by a fine salinity that prolongs persistence and adds energy. A precise wine, both delicious and dynamic.
Terroir
Deep gravel slopes with limestone outcrops at the foot of the slopes.
In the vineyard
Pruning type: Double Guyot
Grape Harvest: Mechanical harvesting.
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
Fillet of sea bream with lemon butter and crisp vegetables, mild prawn curry with coconut milk and lemongrass, risotto with fennel and preserved lemon, poached pears with white tea and mild spices.
92-94/100
Chris Kissack - The Wine Doctor
2025-05-12
93-94/100
(Tasting en Primeur) - Bernard Burtschy
2025-05-02
92-93/100
Alexandre Ma
2025-04-28
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.
