Bordeaux Month 2026 Sampler #1 - Bordeaux Whites and Roses

Clarendelle 2024 Rose (Pessac-Leognan) Inspired by the high standards of Château Haut-Brion, this rose is a sophisticated expression of the 2024 vintage, showcasing a brilliant pale salmon hue with iridescent reflections. The nose is remarkably powerful for a young wine, offering an aromatic profile of tropical fruits led by lychee and pomegranate, alongside wild strawberries and a subtle floral lift of rose petals. On the palate, the wine is smooth and tangily refreshing, driven by a core of grapefruit and citrus fruit that leads to a crisp, mineral-inflected finish with overtones of menthol and licorice. It is a rich and indulgent wine that maintains a beautiful tension and lingers long on the palate.

Maison Riche NV Cremant de Bordeaux Rose (Entre-deux-Mers) This sparkling rose is produced using the traditional method by the team in the Monsegur region, resulting in a refined mousse and a lively, satiny texture. Dominated by Merlot, it presents an inviting profile of red apple, cranberry, and dried cherry pits, supported by a distinct savory edge reminiscent of bramble berries. The palate is dry and medium-bodied, balancing its fruity core with a tingling acidity and a refreshing finish that lingers with nuances of white peach and under-ripe red fruit. It is an expressive sparkling wine that offers both power and finesse.

Chateau Gabaron 2024 Bordeaux Blanc (Entre-deux-Mers) The 2024 Château Gabaron Bordeaux Blanc is a vibrant and meticulously balanced blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc, 40% Sémillon, and 10% Muscadelle. On the nose, it is remarkably expressive, offering a bright aromatic profile of zesty pink grapefruit, lime leaf, and a distinct floral lift of honeysuckle. The palate is characterized by a crisp, refreshing acidity that carries flavors of green apple and white peach, while the Sémillon component provides a subtle weight and rounded texture that softens the mid-palate. A clean, mineral-driven finish with a hint of lemon peel makes this an exceptional example of modern, dry Bordeaux white wine, designed for immediate enjoyment and versatility at the table.

Chateau Bonnet 2024 Bordeaux Blanc (Entre-deux-Mers) The 2024 Chateau Bonnet remains a benchmark for the region, showcasing a distinct Sauvignon character with intense aromas of passion fruit and bright citrus. Despite the extreme weather of the 2024 season, the wine achieves a perfect structural balance, marrying aromatic richness with a remarkable tension and length. The wine is pale yellow with green reflections, signaling its freshness and brilliance. It is a seductive and assertive dry white, defined by its vibrancy and succulent flavors of pear and tropical fruit.

Chateau des Graves 2020 Bordeaux Blanc (Graves) From an estate in the village of Portets that has been in the Lamothe family for over two centuries, the Chateau des Graves 2020 is a Sémillon-dominant blend benefiting from organic and biodynamic farming. It pours a pale gold and opens with a rich aromatic profile of acacia honey, ripe peach, and Golden Delicious apple. The palate is soft and luxurious, typical of the warm 2020 vintage, yet it maintains excellent focus through a core of mineral-driven acidity and a flinty structure. This wine offers a long, refreshing finish and a great balance between honeyed roundness and crystal-clear freshness.

Chateau Peyrat 2021 Bordeaux Blanc (Graves) Located in the lieu-dit of Peyrat within the sub-region of Cérons, this wine highlights a unique terroir of limestone bedrock topped with sand and clay. Dominated by Sémillon and aged for 12 months in cement vats with regular bâtonnage, the 2021 vintage exhibits a mineral-forward nose with complex layers of toasted almonds, yellow flowers, and tropical hints of mango and quince. On the palate, it is round and supple, with the fresh acidity of the vintage providing a bright counterpoint to its creamy texture and flavors of grapefruit and nectarine. It is a focused and elegant white that exemplifies the mineral finesse of the Graves appellation.