Many wine drinkers hear “Sauvignon Blanc” and their mind races to New Zealand. Whether the Sauvignon Blanc fad has faded is not apparent but what is apparent New Zealand is enjoying the ride on its tail and why not! Of course, or maybe not of course, you are aware Bordeaux produces some Sauvignon Blanc of a gentler nature than New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Bordeaux Sauvignon Blanc can be single varietal but you will often see it blended with Sémillion and Muscadelle. The Château Roquefort is 100% Sauvignon Blanc.
90,000 bottles produced. Clay and limestone soil in fossilized oyster beds.
Aroma: Lemon, mango, peach and a small trailing bit of honey.
Palate: Smooth. Pear galette, sweet white grapefruit, lemon and yellow Delicious apple. A bit more tannins than one might expect from a Sauvignon Blanc but by no means off-putting. Most likely pressed as a whole bunch cluster.
Personality: I am just a tiny bit gruff due to some tannins and I am best with food as opposed to being a sipper!
Cellarbility: Drink by 2025-year end.
Food Match: The winery suggests sushi, sashimi or sea bream ceviche.
Price: $16 CDN (Ontario).
RKS 2024 Wine Rating: 85/100. Wine Enthusiast 86.
(Les Roches Blanches 2022 Sauvignon Blanc, Château Roquefort, Lugasson, France, 750 mL, 12.5%).
A Bird's Eye View of Fashion, Food, Travel, Culture, Beverage and Curiosity 