2021 Chateau Sainte-Marie Bordeaux Superieur Vieilles Vignes, Bordeaux, France
$16.99
73% Sauvignon Blanc, 17% Semillon & 10% Muscadelle
From 35 year old, densely planted vines on one of the highest peaks in the Gironde region.
SOIL: Clay limestone
VITICULTURE: Farmed organically, yields are kept at around 8-10 clusters per vine.
VINIFICATION: Quick cold soak followed by pneumatic press. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks and concrete.
AGING: Aged 6 months in tank on the lees before bottling in the Spring.
Specs
- Country France
- Region Bordeaux
- Style Red Wine
- Producer Sainte-Marie
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Muscadelle
- Food Pairings Fried Food, Fresh Seafood, Stinky Cheese
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Savory White, Zippy