Château La Louvière White
AOC Pessac-Léognan
AOC Pessac-Léognan
André Lurton chose this name in honour of the two impressive stone lions that watch over the entrance to Château La Louvière. The grapes come from specific plots on the estate. The wine is very attractive: elegant, round and fruity.
Cépages
Merlot : 60%
Cabernet sauvignon : 40%
Teneur en alcool
14% vol.
Conditions météorologiques
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.
Vendanges
09/18/2019
Dégustation
Intense, colour is cherry red, with here and there, some garnet reflections.
Complex, the nose releases a pleasant mixture of red fruits (cherry, strawberry), candied fruits; all mixed with a hint of vanilla and a light toastiness.
A nice power on the attack. On the palate, there is a beautiful expression, with a very good balance between volume and tannic structure. Once again, we appreciate the gourmet cherry notes, already perceived on the nose, slightly spicy. Good length.
Terroir
Deep gravel
Vigne
Pruning type: Guyot double with debudding
Grape Harvest: By hand
Vinification
In stainless-steel temperature-controlled tanks with patented cap-breaking system.
Elevage
For 12 months in oak barrels (50% new) with racking.
Service
Serve between 15°C and 17°C
Potentiel de garde
5 to 10 years
Accords gourmands
This is a very pleasant wine, which can be enjoyed with a chorizo omelette, a potato gratin with ceps, or even a cheese (like Camembert).