Louis Eschenauer

Bordeaux Aop

Sauvignon Aged in oak barrels

Grape variety: 

100% Sauvignon blanc.

 

Location: 

Entre-deux-Mers and Blaye-Bourg.


Vinification:

The grapes are picked by machine. 80% of the grapes are fermented in stainless steel vats at controlled temperatures to preserve the flavours. They are then aged over fine lees to provide more aroma. 20% are fermented in new casks and aged over lees to give the wine its characteristic woody taste.

 

Soil:

Clay-calcareous.

 

 

Tasting notes

 

Colour
Pretty crystalline tints of yellow and even green.

 

Bouquet:

Powerful and elegant aromas with citrus notes, and a hint of vanilla.

 

Taste:

A fresh wine with an appreciable roundness.

 

Serving suggestion:

Perfect as an aperitif, it is marvellous served with fish and shellfish.

 

Serving temperature:
12°C

 

Lay down for:

1 to 2 years.

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