Arums Lagrange Bordeaux Blanc 2018

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Arums Lagrange
Label Name:
 
Bordeaux Blanc
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Bordeaux (Saint-Julien, Médoc)
Volume:
 
1500ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris, Sémillon
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
10-12°C

Awards/Ratings
Jane Anson 92; VertdeVin 92–94; Quarin 86. Positive reviews in Decanter

Tasting Note
Fresh and aromatic: citrus zest, white peach, tropical fruit and honeysuckle, with a creamy mid-palate from oak, lively acidity, light minerality and a clean, slightly persistent finish.

Food Pairing
Western: oysters, scallops, grilled fish, roast chicken, creamy cheeses (Brie, Comté). Asian: sashimi/sushi, ceviche, Thai or Vietnamese dishes with citrus/herbs, light curries.

Production Method
Hand-harvested Sauvignon Blanc/Gris and Sémillon; fermented and aged ~6 months in French oak (≈50% new) then blended and bottled under the Bordeaux AOC.

Vineyard Info
Produced by Château Lagrange (3ème Cru Classé, Saint‑Julien). Les Arums is the estate’s white cuvée (created 1996), from a small Médoc vineyard; estate owned by Suntory.