Nose
Clos des Lunes - Lune d’Argent is our "Grande Cuvée ". It reveals the full potential of Sémillon, accompanied by sauvignon.
Palate
Rich fruity flavour palate, reminiscent of the nose and very unctuous. The acidity plays well its role by supporting this richness and by bringing a freshness of very suave taste. The tight finish is highlighted by very fresh flavours of candied citrus and a very mineral salinity.
Growing Conditions
Located in Sauternes, on one of the greatest white wine terroirs in world , the Clos des Lunes is a magnificent rolling vineyard planted with old sémillon and sauvignon blanc vines. On very old vines, some perfectly golden clusters are chosen and delicately sorted, by expert hands.
SOILS : Three complementary terroirs:
- on the Sauternes side: Deep gravels with
groundwater sources _ The Power.
- on the Bommes side: gravel soils on clay- limestone substrate _ The Freshness
- At Barsac the alluvial deposits from the Ga- ronne provide Minarality
Harvest
Each plot harvested at peak ripeness with hand-picking, in smal crates.
Bottling
18th century style 75 cl Bx bottle High quality 6 bottles flat carton box
Bottled February 2020
Winemaking
Slow pressing in a pneumatic winepress, without destemming or maceration.
Débourbage (cold settling) by gravity flow in cold room.
Aging on fine lees with regular stirring (bâtonnage).
Aging
6 to 7 months
(25 % in barrels, 75 % in little vats)
Appearance
Light yellow color with pale green tints.