This white Graves, with a majority of Sauvignon Blanc and equal parts Semillon and Muscadelle, offers an expressive nose of delicate citrus and floral aromas. A fine balance between roundness and freshness, with a hint of candied citrus. The saline finish gives a taste of coming back for more!
Features
Estate
Château Haut Reys
Vintage
2018
Designation
Graves
Region
Bordeaux
Grape varieties
Sauvignon, Sémillon, Muscadelle
Terroirs
Gravelly and clay-limestone soils. Gravelly and chalky subsoils
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
At optimum maturity
Winemaking
Pellicular maceration
Breeding
4 months in vats (including 2 months on lees)
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Light gold
Nose
Intense citrus aromas with delicate floral notes
Mouth
Fresh and round. Candied citrus fruit. Saline finish.
Serve
AT 10-12°C
Drink before
2022
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with seafood, fish à la plancha, sea bream carpaccio, ceviche, goat's cheeses (dry or fresh).
Château Haut Reys
Serious
Expert opinion
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated domain (2018 guide) Awarded wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the domain :
Created in 1977 by the amalgamation of several small estates, this Graves cru was bought in 1997 by Isabelle and Grégoire Gabin, who restructured and enlarged it, broadening its range of wines. It now covers 20 ha.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4/5
out of 1 review
Note and review by M. THIBAUT M. Published on 16/07/2020
Well-integrated oak, round and aromatic. A lovely wine!
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