2021 Chateau Guiraud G Bordeaux Blanc Sec

A certified organic Bordeaux blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Semillon fermented in old Sauternes oak barrels and aged for 7 months on lees to give the wine more volume and textural appeal. The fruit is primarily sourced from a vineyard that was planted to Sauvignon Blanc by accident around 40 years ago. (For their Sauternes, Guiraud were after a Semillon-heavy cuvee - too much Sauvignon Blanc was not considered the right balance for a sweet wine). Instead of selling off the Sauvignon or re-planting, Guiraud decided to create a special dry white and the “G” was born.
Brilliant pale straw colour with a gentle glimmer of green around the outskirts and a watery hue. Delightful pear, tropical fruit and lime aromas fill the nostrils with subtle herbaceous grassy characters, light cedar and mineral notes also chiming in. The delicious palate is layered with concentrated pear, lime and tropical fruit flavours which have a full supple feel. Lurking underneath are delicate pencil shavings, herbaceous characters and an oyster shell like minerality. Finishes dry with crisp acidity and a long intensely flavoured as well as beautifully textured aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13%