Cuvée du Moulin du Château Saintongey Vieilles Vignes Entre-deux-Mers

Key characteristics:

Cuvée du Moulin du Château Saintongey Vieilles Vignes Entre-deux-Mers is an exquisite dry white wine from Bordeaux, crafted from old vines (“Vieilles Vignes”) that impart remarkable depth and concentration. This wine embodies the rich winemaking legacy of Les Hauts de Palette, a family estate with roots in Bordeaux since 1862, committed to sustainable practices. Its distinctive blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris, and Colombard creates a harmonious expression of the Entre-deux-Mers terroir.

Tasting Notes:

• Variety: 50% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Sauvignon Gris, 20% Colombard
• Appearance: Elegant, beautiful clear and bright color.
• Aroma: The nose offers an impression of freshness with its aromas mixed with white-fleshed fruits and exoticism enhanced by a note of citrus fruits.
• Taste: The mouth offers a lively and ample attack, unfolding on freshness and fruitiness. The length and retro-olfaction evoke the typicality of Sauvignon Blanc and Gris.
• Region: Hailing from Entre-deux-Mers, a significant sub-region of Bordeaux, France, nestled between the Garonne and Dordogne rivers. This area is renowned for its diverse terroir, featuring a mosaic of soils including gravel, clay, limestone, and sand, all benefiting from an oceanic climate with continental influences.
• Pairing: Ideal with oysters, shellfish, any kind of fish or even Foie gras.

Overall impression:

This Cuvée offers a delightful balance of vibrant freshness and nuanced fruitiness, reflecting the unique characteristics of its old vines and the esteemed Entre-deux-Mers appellation. It presents a sophisticated and refreshing experience, perfect for discerning palates.

Extra notes:

• The Charles Yung & Fils vineyards, producers of this wine, have been committed to a societal and environmental approach, achieving High Environmental Value (HVE) level 3 certification since 2020.
• The Entre-deux-Mers appellation, established in 1937, has a rich viticultural history dating back to Roman times and was historically exclusively reserved for dry white wines.