Nose
The fine and very expressive nose exhales lively and tasty notes of citrus fruits (mandarin, grapefruit), but also of gooseberry.
Palate
On the palate, it is an elegant wine that marvellously combines power and freshness. It is creamy, dominated by delicate citrus notes (tangerine zest, lemon), but also fresh white fruit (granny apple, white peach), with a hint of spice. The finish combines more mineral notes (slate).
Growing Conditions
Château Couhins-Lurton is the emblematic estate of the André Lurton family. With a clay-limestone terroir unique to the appellation, the château produces Sauvignon Blancs with outstanding aromatic profiles bursting with fruit and hints of salinity, which age terrifically.
2020 was marked by very mild temperatures and contrasting precipitation: heavy spring rainfall was followed by an intense summer drought. The fairly mild winter led to early bud break. The summer heat gave way to cool nights in late August, ideal for ripening grapes.
Terroir
Gravel, sand and gravel, on a subsoil of limestone
In the vineyard
Pruning type: Double guyot with debudding
Grape Harvest: By hand in several passes
Harvest
08/20/2020
Winemaking
After pressing and settling, in oak barrels (30% new).
Aging
For 10 months in oak barrels on full lees with bâtonnage.
Appearance
Brilliant, with a nice pale yellow colour and some silver highlights.
Food Pairing
Nordic salad with smoked salmon, baked fish (sea bass type), cheese platter.
Serve between 8°C and 11°C
