All Bordeaux White Wines
France is revered for its exceptional white wines, which showcase the country's rich winemaking heritage, diverse terroirs, and unwavering commitment to quality. Today, let us embark on a journey through the best white wines that France has to offer, exploring renowned vineyards and the regions that give birth to these extraordinary expressions.
In Burgundy, the appellations of Chablis, Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet stand tall as the epitome of excellence in white wine production. Wineries such as Domaine Raveneau, Domaine Dauvissat, and Domaine Leflaive craft mesmerizing Chardonnays that capture the essence of the region's unique Kimmeridgian limestone soils. These wines exhibit precision, purity, and a remarkable balance of mineral notes, citrus flavors, and vibrant acidity.
Moving to the Loire Valley, the vineyards of Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé are celebrated for their exceptional Sauvignon Blancs. Domaine Vacheron, Domaine Didier Dagueneau, and Domaine Pascal Jolivet create expressive and terroir-driven wines that showcase the region's distinct flinty minerality, zesty citrus, and herbaceous undertones.
Further northeast in France, in the region of Alsace, vineyards such as Domaine Zind-Humbrecht, Domaine Trimbach, and Domaine Weinbach produce stunning white wines from varietals like Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris. These wines display remarkable depth, aromatic complexity, and a balance between sweetness and acidity, reflecting the region's unique microclimates and granite-rich soils.
In Bordeaux, the region of Graves is renowned for its white wines, particularly those crafted from the classic grape varieties of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. Château Haut-Brion, Château Pape Clément, and Domaine de Chevalier are esteemed vineyards that produce rich and age-worthy white Bordeaux wines. These wines exhibit a beautiful interplay of tropical fruit flavors, vibrant acidity, and a touch of toasty oak.
Finally, in the Rhône Valley, the appellation of Condrieu shines as a beacon of excellence in Viognier production. Renowned vineyards such as Domaine Georges Vernay and Domaine Yves Cuilleron create remarkable Viognier wines that seduce the senses with their exotic aromas of apricot, peach, and delicate floral notes. These wines showcase richness, elegance, and a silky texture that lingers on the palate.
All Bordeaux White Wines
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(12x75cl) 2023Jeb Dunnuck (96-98)
The 2023 Château Doisy Daëne is another ripe, powerful wine, yet it brings a juicy, lively style in its sweet peach, citrus, and orange fruit as well as notes of candied ginger, mint, and sappy floral aromas and flavors. It has beautiful acidity, full-bodied richness, and a great finish.Inc. VAT£540.41 -
(12x75cl) 2001Vinous - Neal Martin (93)
Limpid gold in color, the 2001 Doisy-Védrines offers beeswax, honeysuckle and quince jelly on the nose; hints of gingerbread emerge with time. The oak comes through a bit here, which is odd after two decades. The palate is vibrant and tensile on the entry, delivering the weight one expects from this Barsac, allied with a fine bead of acidity that imparts tension. Tangy marmalade and quince notes appear toward the finish. This is a fine Doisy-Védrines that is à point.Inc. VAT£661.98 -
Wine Spectator (92)
Quite lively, with a floral edge to the white peach, pineapple and heather notes. Good freshness and definition. Score range: 89-92 -JMInc. VAT£667.27 -
(12x75cl) 2022Jeb Dunnuck (96)
Exotic honeyed mint, caramelized pineapple, and orange marmalade all emerge from the 2022 Château Doisy-Védrines, another ripe, powerful Sauternes that has beautiful balance and length. Despite the richness and opulence of the year, it has a good spine of acidity and stays light on its feet.Inc. VAT£461.21 -
(12x75cl) 2023
Wine Advocate (98)
One of my favorites of the vintage, the 2023 Doisy-Vedrines is superb, revealing a lively, complex and perfumed bouquet of pineapple, orange zest, spices, honey and ripe orchard fruits, accented by subtle minty nuances. Medium- to full-bodied, generous and enveloping, it remains vibrant and tensile, structured by refined gastronomic bitterness and concluding with a long, ethereal finish that is distinctly Barsac in character. Containing 150 grams per liter of residual sugar, the blend comprises 90% Sémillon and 10% Sauvignon Blanc.Inc. VAT£446.81 -
Jeb Dunnuck (99)
The white of the vintage is the 2016 Domaine de Chevalier Blanc, which comes from a high-density planting of 30-year-old vines located west and south of the town of Léognan. A blend of 75% Sauvignon and 25% Sémillon raised in 35% new barrels, it offers a massive bouquet of crushed citrus, salty minerality, white flowers, and grapefruit. Racy, full-bodied, concentrated and beautifully textured, it’s a brilliant wine that has more flesh and texture than the 2015 and will keep for two decades or more. Hats off to the team at Domaine de Chevalier for this brilliant, brilliant white!Inc. VAT£524.29 -
James Suckling (98)
This is really powerful and structured with superb muscle and phenolic tension. Yet, it’s formed and polished, layered and dense. Full-bodied, but energetic and focused. Vibrant acidity. Goes on for minutes. Citrus, stone, straw, salt and chalk. Incredible. Try after 2023.Inc. VAT£586.92 -
James Suckling (97-98)
This is dense and very structured with phenolic tension and depth. Full-bodied, lightly phenolic with sliced apples, cooked pears and lemons. Lively and intense. Solid as a rock. This is one to watch.Inc. VAT£1,007.95 -
James Suckling (97-98)
This is dense and very structured with phenolic tension and depth. Full-bodied, lightly phenolic with sliced apples, cooked pears and lemons. Lively and intense. Solid as a rock. This is one to watch.Inc. VAT£554.38 -
Jeb Dunnuck (97)
I loved the 2019 Domaine De Chevalier Blanc, which has the crisp, racy, yet concentrated style of the estate that few others can achieve. Gorgeous white peach, mandarin orange, honeyed minerality, and a kiss of toast all define the bouquet, and it hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness, integrated acidity, plenty of concentration, and a great finish that picks up some obvious minerality. This stunning juice needs 3-4 years of bottle age and will evolve for 2-3 decades if stored correctly. It's probably the white of the vintage.Inc. VAT£540.12 -
The Wine Independent (98)
A blend of 75% Sauvignon Blanc and 25% Semillon, the 2020 Domaine de Chevalier Blanc opens with very serious scents of preserved lemons, kumquat, cedar, and chalk dust, leading to a fantastically fun undercurrent of passion fruit, orange blossoms, and sea spray. The palate is so, so tightly wound with tight-knit citrus, tropical, and mineral notes wrapped up in a silken-textured, racy frame, finishing with epic length and a whole firework display of minerals. What a fascinating wine!Inc. VAT£507.49 -
(3x150cl) 2021James Suckling (98-99)
This is always an impressive white, with a lengthy, layered and compact palate. Lots of dried lemon, clove, fennel, green-apple and cedar. Flint and toast, too. Medium to full body. Very long. 70% sauvignon blanc and 30% semillon.Inc. VAT£818.41 -
James Suckling (98-99)
This is always an impressive white, with a lengthy, layered and compact palate. Lots of dried lemon, clove, fennel, green-apple and cedar. Flint and toast, too. Medium to full body. Very long. 70% sauvignon blanc and 30% semillon.Inc. VAT£549.72 -
(1x150cl) 2022James Suckling (99)
Very complex aromas of pears, persimmons, honey and cooked apples. Mineral undertones. Always subtle and multidimensional. Full-bodied with a tight and dense middle palate that gives a superb mouthfeel. It's lively and flavorful at the end but in a reserved way. Just a hint of bitter lemon and lilac. I really want to drink this, but give it three or four years to reach the right place.Inc. VAT£221.04 -
(3x75cl) 2022
James Suckling (99)
Very complex aromas of pears, persimmons, honey and cooked apples. Mineral undertones. Always subtle and multidimensional. Full-bodied with a tight and dense middle palate that gives a superb mouthfeel. It's lively and flavorful at the end but in a reserved way. Just a hint of bitter lemon and lilac. I really want to drink this, but give it three or four years to reach the right place.Inc. VAT£337.94 -
James Suckling (99)
Very complex aromas of pears, persimmons, honey and cooked apples. Mineral undertones. Always subtle and multidimensional. Full-bodied with a tight and dense middle palate that gives a superb mouthfeel. It's lively and flavorful at the end but in a reserved way. Just a hint of bitter lemon and lilac. I really want to drink this, but give it three or four years to reach the right place.Inc. VAT£651.12 -
(3x150cl) 2023James Suckling (97-98)
This is layered and complex with an impressive mineral tension and depth. Medium- to full-bodied, very long and persistent. It has oyster shell, crushed stone and citrus peel character with racy acidity coming through, adding to its length and tension. Very long and firm at the end with a backbone of fine tannins for a white. 70% sauvignon blanc and 30% semillon.Inc. VAT£576.80 -
James Suckling (97-98)
This is layered and complex with an impressive mineral tension and depth. Medium- to full-bodied, very long and persistent. It has oyster shell, crushed stone and citrus peel character with racy acidity coming through, adding to its length and tension. Very long and firm at the end with a backbone of fine tannins for a white. 70% sauvignon blanc and 30% semillon.Inc. VAT£555.80 -
Wine Advocate (87-89)
This straw-colored 2012 exhibits notes of figs, citrus oil, grapefruit and wet grass. Drink this intriguing, Sauvignon-dominated, dry white over the next 7-10 years.Inc. VAT£128.44 -
(6x75cl) 2012Introducing Fombrauge Blanc 2012, an exquisite example of winemaking finesse. This remarkable wine hails from Bordeaux, France and is solely owned and operated by Bernard Magrez, a celebrated figure in the wine world. Produced under meticulous attention to detail, Fombrauge Blanc 2012 comes from a rich limestone and clay terroir that lends it unique character and complexity. Using a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, each grape is hand-picked and manually sorted before undergoing the meticulous vinification process. The end result is an unforgettably vibrant wine with a luminous golden hue and refreshing citrus aroma. A taste reveals well-balanced notes of honey, apricot, and vanilla, with a subtly spicy undertone. This fine blend has enjoyed ample ageing in 100% French oak barrels, enriching its flavours and adding a silky texture. Fombrauge Blanc 2012 is an exquisite choice for discerning wine drinkers. Savour its exalted complexity and depth, and relish the taste of fine Bordeaux winemaking.
Inc. VAT£300.20 -
Fine wine connoisseurs will savour the exquisite Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2015. With the vineyards nestled in the heart of the Médoc peninsula, Bordeaux, France's globally celebrated wine region, Fourcas Hosten is respected for decades of unrivalled viticulture practices. The Blanc 2015 vintage is a harmonious blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Sémillon grapes, carefully harvested and fermented in oak barrels to preserve their rich flavours.
Characterised by crystalline light yellow hues, the Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2015 reveals a tempting bouquet of peaches, white flowers, and subtle hints of vanilla. On the palate, it unfolds in a symphony of citrus and tropical fruits, underscored by a well-balanced acidity and an elegant creamy note. Its prolonged finish brims with freshness and complexity, characteristic of Fourcas Hosten's exceptional craftsmanship.
The Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2015 is a splendid testament to the regal French terroir and meticulous winemaking – a jem that merits a spot in any discerning oenophile's collection.
Inc. VAT£196.40 -
Unleashing a burst of elegance and sophistication is the Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2016. This fine wine hails from the historic vineyards of Château Fourcas Hosten, nestled in the heart of the Bordeaux wine region of Listrac-Médoc, France. Exceptionally skilled winemaking techniques forge its sumptuous character, combining traditional methods with modern viniculture innovations. This vintage was meticulously crafted from a harmonious blend of 60% Sauvignon Blanc and 40% Sémillon grapes, harvested at their peak from 30-year-old vines, embodying the pristine terroir of clay-limestone soils and gravel terraces. Aged in French oak barrels, the Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2016 boasts a beautiful pale yellow hue, offering an enchanting olfactory experience characterised by vibrant citrus, ripe peaches, and floral nuances, balanced in the mouth with a refreshing acidity and a delicately long finish. Château Fourcas Hosten, a Family-owned estate for two centuries, delivers yet another astounding testament to its stellar winemaking reputation with this exemplary vintage.
Inc. VAT£196.40 -
Richly layered and boasting the allure of a fine white Bordeaux, the Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2017 encapsulates the quintessence of French winemaking heritage. Produced by Château Fourcas Hosten, a revered vineyard in the heart of Listrac-Médoc, this remarkable vintage reflects its history and distinguished terroir. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, it's aged delicately in French oak barrels, resonating a well-rounded complexity.
An expressive bouquet of ripe citrus fruits, fresh herbs and a sea-salt undertone lend to its charm, while a nuanced palate of bright, crisp acidity and buttery smoothness elevate its refined finish. All these gustatory elements are harmoniously integrated to exemplify the charisma of Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2017, making it highly sought-after by fine wine enthusiasts globally. Exemplary on its own or as an augmenter of a culinary journey, this vino truly presents an authentic taste of Bordeaux's leisured elegance at its best.
Inc. VAT£197.60 -
Experience the refined intensity of Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2018, a meticulously crafted wine from the heart of the left bank of Bordeaux. In the hands of the commendable Mommessin family since 2006, Château Fourcas Hosten focuses on sustainable practices to create wines that truly express their terroir.
The Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2018 is a sterling exemplar of their dedication to quality. Composed of 90% Sauvignon Blanc and 10% Sémillon, this wine was vinified in vats under controlled temperature and then aged on lees for five months, yielding a vibrant, immaculately balanced palate. Expressive notes of grapefruit, pear, and white flowers abound, with a hint of minerality trailing into a crisp finish.
Every bottle of Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2018 encapsulates the meticulous craft of Bordeaux winemaking and presents a delightful experience for both the novice and seasoned wine lover. It is recommended to be served cooled, enhancing its harmonious, aromatic character.
Inc. VAT£197.60 -
Introducing the sublime Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2019, an exquisite vintage from the renowned Listrac-Médoc estate in Bordeaux, France. This sophisticated vin de Pays d'Oc, predominantly Sauvignon Blanc mingled with a dash of Sémillon, is an excellent specimen of the producer's commitment to premium quality, offering a stimulating palate experience to elite oenophiles.
The Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2019 is characterised by a harmonious balance of tart citrus, subtle floral notes, and intriguing minerality. Meticulous cultivation in clay and limestone soils, coupled with precise temperature control during vinification, gently extracts the grapes' full potential. The wine then matures in oak barrels, further enriching its complexity.
The Fourcas Hosten estate has long been commended for its environmental stewardship, practicing sustainable viticulture to drive excellence whilst preserving nature. Each bottle of Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2019 stands as a testament to this conscious creation process, promising a wine imbued with exceptional character, depth, and expression.
Inc. VAT£192.80 -
Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2020, a discreet gem from the Listrac-Médoc region of Bordeaux, ranks among the finest white wines. Rooted in a blend of 85% Sauvignon Blanc and 15% Sémillon, this wine, produced by the celebrated Château Fourcas Hosten, is light and refreshing with elegant citric tones. Fermented at low temperatures and aged for several months in French oak barrels, the Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2020 embodies distinctive fruity aromas layered with hints of vanilla and spice.
The cellar masters' meticulous precision is cherished in every sip, underpinning their philosophy of reviving and enhancing the natural qualities of the wine. Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2020, with its brilliant green hues and textured palate, embodies the essence of the Médoc terroir, famed for its gravelly soil, climate and the excellence of its grape varieties. Enjoy this radiant nectar as it is, or pair it with your choice of seafood or white meats for the ultimate dining experience.
Inc. VAT£196.40 -
Delighting true connoisseurs, the Gazin Rocquencourt Blanc 2011 is an exquisite testament to fine French winemaking. This stellar white Bordeaux, hails from the revered Château Gazin Rocquencourt in Pessac-Léognan, renowned for its grand ‘terroir’ attributing excellent growing conditions. The Gazin Rocquencourt Blanc 2011 offers finesse and elegance, revealing intense aromas of citrus, white fruits and a charming hint of oak. It's a harmonious blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Sémillon, matured for 12 months in oak barrels crafting a refreshing and balanced palatal experience. Talent behind the wine is producer Thomas Bertrand Gazin, stemming from a family imbued with winemaking mastery. Gazin Rocquencourt Blanc 2011 impresses with its undertones of minerality, its well-constructed body and the echoed nuances of its terroir. Savour each sip of this finely-crafted wine, promising a remarkable display of depth, complexity and extraordinary longevity in the bottle.
Inc. VAT£300.41 -
(12x75cl) 1990Discover the legacy of the exquisite Gilette 1990, a sultry French dessert wine for true connoisseurs. As a product of the famous Gilette winery situated in the Sauternes region of Bordeaux, this exceptional vintage is a testament to the masterful blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Crafted in a uniquely remote microclimate, Gilette 1990 modelled a classic, alluring taste profile by allowing the noble rot, an organically occurring fungi, to concentrate the sugars in the grapes. The result is an opulent, rich wine, revealing luscious peach, honey, and candied citrus notes, harmonised with a tantalising, endless finish.
With almost three decades of maturation, Gilette 1990 maintains impressively high scores in eminent wine publications, earning its status as a beloved icon within the fine wine industry. Together with its distinctive taste, the Gilette 1990 is famed for its scarcity, ensuring that each bottle signifies an unrepeatable experience of refined indulgence.
Inc. VAT£2,560.87 -
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(12x75cl) 2023
Jeb Dunnuck (96-98)
The 2023 Château Doisy Daëne is another ripe, powerful wine, yet it brings a juicy, lively style in its sweet peach, citrus, and orange fruit as well as notes of candied ginger, mint, and sappy floral aromas and flavors. It has beautiful acidity, full-bodied richness, and a great finish.In Bond£409.00 -
(12x75cl) 2001
Vinous - Neal Martin (93)
Limpid gold in color, the 2001 Doisy-Védrines offers beeswax, honeysuckle and quince jelly on the nose; hints of gingerbread emerge with time. The oak comes through a bit here, which is odd after two decades. The palate is vibrant and tensile on the entry, delivering the weight one expects from this Barsac, allied with a fine bead of acidity that imparts tension. Tangy marmalade and quince notes appear toward the finish. This is a fine Doisy-Védrines that is à point.In Bond£510.31 -
Wine Spectator (92)
Quite lively, with a floral edge to the white peach, pineapple and heather notes. Good freshness and definition. Score range: 89-92 -JMIn Bond£524.00 -
(12x75cl) 2022
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
Exotic honeyed mint, caramelized pineapple, and orange marmalade all emerge from the 2022 Château Doisy-Védrines, another ripe, powerful Sauternes that has beautiful balance and length. Despite the richness and opulence of the year, it has a good spine of acidity and stays light on its feet.In Bond£343.00 -
(12x75cl) 2023
Wine Advocate (98)
One of my favorites of the vintage, the 2023 Doisy-Vedrines is superb, revealing a lively, complex and perfumed bouquet of pineapple, orange zest, spices, honey and ripe orchard fruits, accented by subtle minty nuances. Medium- to full-bodied, generous and enveloping, it remains vibrant and tensile, structured by refined gastronomic bitterness and concluding with a long, ethereal finish that is distinctly Barsac in character. Containing 150 grams per liter of residual sugar, the blend comprises 90% Sémillon and 10% Sauvignon Blanc.In Bond£331.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (99)
The white of the vintage is the 2016 Domaine de Chevalier Blanc, which comes from a high-density planting of 30-year-old vines located west and south of the town of Léognan. A blend of 75% Sauvignon and 25% Sémillon raised in 35% new barrels, it offers a massive bouquet of crushed citrus, salty minerality, white flowers, and grapefruit. Racy, full-bodied, concentrated and beautifully textured, it’s a brilliant wine that has more flesh and texture than the 2015 and will keep for two decades or more. Hats off to the team at Domaine de Chevalier for this brilliant, brilliant white!In Bond£419.00 -
James Suckling (98)
This is really powerful and structured with superb muscle and phenolic tension. Yet, it’s formed and polished, layered and dense. Full-bodied, but energetic and focused. Vibrant acidity. Goes on for minutes. Citrus, stone, straw, salt and chalk. Incredible. Try after 2023.In Bond£470.50 -
James Suckling (97-98)
This is dense and very structured with phenolic tension and depth. Full-bodied, lightly phenolic with sliced apples, cooked pears and lemons. Lively and intense. Solid as a rock. This is one to watch.In Bond£800.00 -
James Suckling (97-98)
This is dense and very structured with phenolic tension and depth. Full-bodied, lightly phenolic with sliced apples, cooked pears and lemons. Lively and intense. Solid as a rock. This is one to watch.In Bond£442.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (97)
I loved the 2019 Domaine De Chevalier Blanc, which has the crisp, racy, yet concentrated style of the estate that few others can achieve. Gorgeous white peach, mandarin orange, honeyed minerality, and a kiss of toast all define the bouquet, and it hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness, integrated acidity, plenty of concentration, and a great finish that picks up some obvious minerality. This stunning juice needs 3-4 years of bottle age and will evolve for 2-3 decades if stored correctly. It's probably the white of the vintage.In Bond£431.50 -
The Wine Independent (98)
A blend of 75% Sauvignon Blanc and 25% Semillon, the 2020 Domaine de Chevalier Blanc opens with very serious scents of preserved lemons, kumquat, cedar, and chalk dust, leading to a fantastically fun undercurrent of passion fruit, orange blossoms, and sea spray. The palate is so, so tightly wound with tight-knit citrus, tropical, and mineral notes wrapped up in a silken-textured, racy frame, finishing with epic length and a whole firework display of minerals. What a fascinating wine!In Bond£405.00 -
(3x150cl) 2021
James Suckling (98-99)
This is always an impressive white, with a lengthy, layered and compact palate. Lots of dried lemon, clove, fennel, green-apple and cedar. Flint and toast, too. Medium to full body. Very long. 70% sauvignon blanc and 30% semillon.In Bond£665.98 -
James Suckling (98-99)
This is always an impressive white, with a lengthy, layered and compact palate. Lots of dried lemon, clove, fennel, green-apple and cedar. Flint and toast, too. Medium to full body. Very long. 70% sauvignon blanc and 30% semillon.In Bond£439.50 -
(1x150cl) 2022
James Suckling (99)
Very complex aromas of pears, persimmons, honey and cooked apples. Mineral undertones. Always subtle and multidimensional. Full-bodied with a tight and dense middle palate that gives a superb mouthfeel. It's lively and flavorful at the end but in a reserved way. Just a hint of bitter lemon and lilac. I really want to drink this, but give it three or four years to reach the right place.In Bond£178.00 -
(3x75cl) 2022
James Suckling (99)
Very complex aromas of pears, persimmons, honey and cooked apples. Mineral undertones. Always subtle and multidimensional. Full-bodied with a tight and dense middle palate that gives a superb mouthfeel. It's lively and flavorful at the end but in a reserved way. Just a hint of bitter lemon and lilac. I really want to drink this, but give it three or four years to reach the right place.In Bond£272.00 -
James Suckling (99)
Very complex aromas of pears, persimmons, honey and cooked apples. Mineral undertones. Always subtle and multidimensional. Full-bodied with a tight and dense middle palate that gives a superb mouthfeel. It's lively and flavorful at the end but in a reserved way. Just a hint of bitter lemon and lilac. I really want to drink this, but give it three or four years to reach the right place.In Bond£524.00 -
(3x150cl) 2023
James Suckling (97-98)
This is layered and complex with an impressive mineral tension and depth. Medium- to full-bodied, very long and persistent. It has oyster shell, crushed stone and citrus peel character with racy acidity coming through, adding to its length and tension. Very long and firm at the end with a backbone of fine tannins for a white. 70% sauvignon blanc and 30% semillon.In Bond£460.00 -
James Suckling (97-98)
This is layered and complex with an impressive mineral tension and depth. Medium- to full-bodied, very long and persistent. It has oyster shell, crushed stone and citrus peel character with racy acidity coming through, adding to its length and tension. Very long and firm at the end with a backbone of fine tannins for a white. 70% sauvignon blanc and 30% semillon.In Bond£442.50 -
Wine Advocate (87-89)
This straw-colored 2012 exhibits notes of figs, citrus oil, grapefruit and wet grass. Drink this intriguing, Sauvignon-dominated, dry white over the next 7-10 years.In Bond£91.00 -
(6x75cl) 2012
Introducing Fombrauge Blanc 2012, an exquisite example of winemaking finesse. This remarkable wine hails from Bordeaux, France and is solely owned and operated by Bernard Magrez, a celebrated figure in the wine world. Produced under meticulous attention to detail, Fombrauge Blanc 2012 comes from a rich limestone and clay terroir that lends it unique character and complexity. Using a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, each grape is hand-picked and manually sorted before undergoing the meticulous vinification process. The end result is an unforgettably vibrant wine with a luminous golden hue and refreshing citrus aroma. A taste reveals well-balanced notes of honey, apricot, and vanilla, with a subtly spicy undertone. This fine blend has enjoyed ample ageing in 100% French oak barrels, enriching its flavours and adding a silky texture. Fombrauge Blanc 2012 is an exquisite choice for discerning wine drinkers. Savour its exalted complexity and depth, and relish the taste of fine Bordeaux winemaking.
In Bond£230.93 -
Fine wine connoisseurs will savour the exquisite Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2015. With the vineyards nestled in the heart of the Médoc peninsula, Bordeaux, France's globally celebrated wine region, Fourcas Hosten is respected for decades of unrivalled viticulture practices. The Blanc 2015 vintage is a harmonious blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Sémillon grapes, carefully harvested and fermented in oak barrels to preserve their rich flavours.
Characterised by crystalline light yellow hues, the Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2015 reveals a tempting bouquet of peaches, white flowers, and subtle hints of vanilla. On the palate, it unfolds in a symphony of citrus and tropical fruits, underscored by a well-balanced acidity and an elegant creamy note. Its prolonged finish brims with freshness and complexity, characteristic of Fourcas Hosten's exceptional craftsmanship.
The Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2015 is a splendid testament to the regal French terroir and meticulous winemaking – a jem that merits a spot in any discerning oenophile's collection.
In Bond£143.00 -
Unleashing a burst of elegance and sophistication is the Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2016. This fine wine hails from the historic vineyards of Château Fourcas Hosten, nestled in the heart of the Bordeaux wine region of Listrac-Médoc, France. Exceptionally skilled winemaking techniques forge its sumptuous character, combining traditional methods with modern viniculture innovations. This vintage was meticulously crafted from a harmonious blend of 60% Sauvignon Blanc and 40% Sémillon grapes, harvested at their peak from 30-year-old vines, embodying the pristine terroir of clay-limestone soils and gravel terraces. Aged in French oak barrels, the Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2016 boasts a beautiful pale yellow hue, offering an enchanting olfactory experience characterised by vibrant citrus, ripe peaches, and floral nuances, balanced in the mouth with a refreshing acidity and a delicately long finish. Château Fourcas Hosten, a Family-owned estate for two centuries, delivers yet another astounding testament to its stellar winemaking reputation with this exemplary vintage.
In Bond£143.00 -
Richly layered and boasting the allure of a fine white Bordeaux, the Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2017 encapsulates the quintessence of French winemaking heritage. Produced by Château Fourcas Hosten, a revered vineyard in the heart of Listrac-Médoc, this remarkable vintage reflects its history and distinguished terroir. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, it's aged delicately in French oak barrels, resonating a well-rounded complexity.
An expressive bouquet of ripe citrus fruits, fresh herbs and a sea-salt undertone lend to its charm, while a nuanced palate of bright, crisp acidity and buttery smoothness elevate its refined finish. All these gustatory elements are harmoniously integrated to exemplify the charisma of Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2017, making it highly sought-after by fine wine enthusiasts globally. Exemplary on its own or as an augmenter of a culinary journey, this vino truly presents an authentic taste of Bordeaux's leisured elegance at its best.
In Bond£144.00 -
Experience the refined intensity of Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2018, a meticulously crafted wine from the heart of the left bank of Bordeaux. In the hands of the commendable Mommessin family since 2006, Château Fourcas Hosten focuses on sustainable practices to create wines that truly express their terroir.
The Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2018 is a sterling exemplar of their dedication to quality. Composed of 90% Sauvignon Blanc and 10% Sémillon, this wine was vinified in vats under controlled temperature and then aged on lees for five months, yielding a vibrant, immaculately balanced palate. Expressive notes of grapefruit, pear, and white flowers abound, with a hint of minerality trailing into a crisp finish.
Every bottle of Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2018 encapsulates the meticulous craft of Bordeaux winemaking and presents a delightful experience for both the novice and seasoned wine lover. It is recommended to be served cooled, enhancing its harmonious, aromatic character.
In Bond£144.00 -
Introducing the sublime Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2019, an exquisite vintage from the renowned Listrac-Médoc estate in Bordeaux, France. This sophisticated vin de Pays d'Oc, predominantly Sauvignon Blanc mingled with a dash of Sémillon, is an excellent specimen of the producer's commitment to premium quality, offering a stimulating palate experience to elite oenophiles.
The Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2019 is characterised by a harmonious balance of tart citrus, subtle floral notes, and intriguing minerality. Meticulous cultivation in clay and limestone soils, coupled with precise temperature control during vinification, gently extracts the grapes' full potential. The wine then matures in oak barrels, further enriching its complexity.
The Fourcas Hosten estate has long been commended for its environmental stewardship, practicing sustainable viticulture to drive excellence whilst preserving nature. Each bottle of Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2019 stands as a testament to this conscious creation process, promising a wine imbued with exceptional character, depth, and expression.
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Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2020, a discreet gem from the Listrac-Médoc region of Bordeaux, ranks among the finest white wines. Rooted in a blend of 85% Sauvignon Blanc and 15% Sémillon, this wine, produced by the celebrated Château Fourcas Hosten, is light and refreshing with elegant citric tones. Fermented at low temperatures and aged for several months in French oak barrels, the Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2020 embodies distinctive fruity aromas layered with hints of vanilla and spice.
The cellar masters' meticulous precision is cherished in every sip, underpinning their philosophy of reviving and enhancing the natural qualities of the wine. Fourcas Hosten Blanc 2020, with its brilliant green hues and textured palate, embodies the essence of the Médoc terroir, famed for its gravelly soil, climate and the excellence of its grape varieties. Enjoy this radiant nectar as it is, or pair it with your choice of seafood or white meats for the ultimate dining experience.
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Delighting true connoisseurs, the Gazin Rocquencourt Blanc 2011 is an exquisite testament to fine French winemaking. This stellar white Bordeaux, hails from the revered Château Gazin Rocquencourt in Pessac-Léognan, renowned for its grand ‘terroir’ attributing excellent growing conditions. The Gazin Rocquencourt Blanc 2011 offers finesse and elegance, revealing intense aromas of citrus, white fruits and a charming hint of oak. It's a harmonious blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Sémillon, matured for 12 months in oak barrels crafting a refreshing and balanced palatal experience. Talent behind the wine is producer Thomas Bertrand Gazin, stemming from a family imbued with winemaking mastery. Gazin Rocquencourt Blanc 2011 impresses with its undertones of minerality, its well-constructed body and the echoed nuances of its terroir. Savour each sip of this finely-crafted wine, promising a remarkable display of depth, complexity and extraordinary longevity in the bottle.
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(12x75cl) 1990
Discover the legacy of the exquisite Gilette 1990, a sultry French dessert wine for true connoisseurs. As a product of the famous Gilette winery situated in the Sauternes region of Bordeaux, this exceptional vintage is a testament to the masterful blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Crafted in a uniquely remote microclimate, Gilette 1990 modelled a classic, alluring taste profile by allowing the noble rot, an organically occurring fungi, to concentrate the sugars in the grapes. The result is an opulent, rich wine, revealing luscious peach, honey, and candied citrus notes, harmonised with a tantalising, endless finish.
With almost three decades of maturation, Gilette 1990 maintains impressively high scores in eminent wine publications, earning its status as a beloved icon within the fine wine industry. Together with its distinctive taste, the Gilette 1990 is famed for its scarcity, ensuring that each bottle signifies an unrepeatable experience of refined indulgence.
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