Domaine La Roche Blanc 2011
Pessac-Léognan AOC
Loading...
A stone’s throw from the famous Château Smith Haut Lafitte, this superb family domaine is perfectly situated. Acclaimed winemaker José Rodrigues-Lalande makes the most of it with this gorgeous rich Sémillon Sauvignon, oak fermented and barrel aged.
£17.99 per bottle
Qty bottles:
100% Money-back Guarantee
If you don’t like a wine, for whatever reason, you’ll be refunded in full. No problem.
Wine Details
- White - Dry
- France
- Amber Yellow
- Sauvignon-based blend
- 9.375 Units
- Vegan
- 12.5% ABV
- 750 ml
- Vegetarian
- 31 December 2020
Flavour Profile
Tasting notes
Elegant yet ample, smooth buttery citrus fruit and melon
Aroma
Fresh scents of citrus, pineapple, passion fruit, vanilla oak
The Wine
World renowned critic Jancis Robinson said that Bordeaux 2011 whites had “real energy and excitement – the sure fire successes of the vintage”. It was a year when white wines totally stole the spotlight from the reds. And the finest Bordeaux appellation for whites is Pessac-Léognan, home of course to Premier Grand Cru Château Haut Brion. Here white wines are taken seriously. Winemaker José Rodrigues-Lalande had just a few cases of his 2011 left in the cellar and was keen to clear space, hence the excellent price. Made from Bordeaux's four white grapes, Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, spicy Sauvignon Gris and Muscadelle, this is real, top-tier dinner party stuff. Oak aged, it will be perfect with your finest sauced fish and white meats.
World renowned critic Jancis Robinson said that Bordeaux 2011 whites had “real e
"A Pessac-Léognan playing the card of elegance!"
José Rodrigues-Lalande
Loading...