Château Carbonnieux Pessac-Léognan Blanc 2023
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| Category | White Wine |
| Brand | Château Carbonnieux |
| Origin | France |
It is said that in the 18th century it was introduced to the Sultan of Constantinople's palace because of its clarity and was called "mineral water from Carbonnieux," thus defying the Islamic law.
The clay–limestone of Garonne gravel found in the Pessac-Léognan Appellation certainly produces the best dry white wines in the Bordeaux region. When young, Carbonnieux Blanc is delightfully refreshing and pure with a fruity, floral intensity. When mature it develops hints of dried and candied fruits giving scope for a large range of gastronomic pairings. The batches which will form part of this "cru classé" will be blended so as to induce an excellent complicity between the grape varieties. The chosen Sémillon grapes will add structure to the liveliness of the Sauvignon grapes by giving them roundness and volume on the palate.
Wine Spectator
- ws95
This crackles with tarragon, fleur de sel, oyster shell and lemon pith notes that ripple throughout, while a steady core of yuzu and mirabelle plum moves through. Live-wire acidity keeps everything focused and mouthwatering. Lovely. Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon.
James Suckling
- js94
Sliced lemon, crushed stone, ginger and oyster shell aromas follow through to a medium body with crisp acidity and a crunchy finish. A very typical top white from Pessac.
Wine Advocate
- wa92
Notes of white fruits, confit citrus, herbs and menthol emerge from the 2023 Blanc from Carbonnieux, a moderately weighted, elegant and sappy, enveloping and juicy wine with lot of freshness and a long, saline finish. This is a classic at this address and a real effort in the context of the vintage.