Freddy R. Troya

8.9

Les Portes de Bordeaux – Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Bordeaux, France 🇫🇷

Overview
From one of the largest Châteaux in Bordeaux, this Sauvignon Blanc is crafted to highlight the region’s fresh, crisp, and citrus-driven style. A classic daily sipper, approachable and vibrant, perfect for casual enjoyment.

Aromas & Flavors
Zesty lemon, grapefruit, and lime zest upfront, with subtle notes of white peach and fresh-cut herbs. Mineral hints of wet stone add a nice lift.

Mouthfeel
Light-bodied, dry, and refreshing with a lively acidity that keeps it tangy and clean through the finish.

Winemaking Notes
100% Sauvignon Blanc, fermented in stainless steel to preserve fruit purity and its signature crisp profile.

Food Pairing
An easy partner for fish, shellfish, goat cheese, and light pasta dishes. Also a refreshing aperitif choice.

Verdict
Straightforward, vibrant, and budget-friendly 💶—a very reasonable price point for casual sipping. A wine that over-delivers for everyday enjoyment! — 2 months ago

Paul Henderson

9.6

Excellent. Our favorite from a comprehensive tour during the portes ouvert. Complex, sweet but not cloying, delicious — 6 years ago

Erik Longabardi

9.1

@Delectable Wine not a red blend. Garnatxa blanca and Macabeu — 6 years ago

F Harding

9.5

30/11/24
Duncan and I drank at home in Edgbaston — 9 months ago

Stan Nguyen

9.0

Strong brett and fruit nose. Extreme horse blanket and fruit roll ups finish. — 2 years ago

Tess Landon

9.1

Rich and delicious but not too heavy — 6 years ago

Steve Dixon

8.9

Carbonic blend from a mentee of Laureano Serres. Purple jolly ranchers and lavender, with the same honey nose as Mendall’s whites. $20 at Psychic. — 7 years ago

Ted

9.4

Top notch. Adding more to the cellar. Deep saturated color. Earthy and ripe juicy black fruit. — 2 years ago

with Jeni

Ashley Mercado

9.0

Wish I waited a little longer but it was still fanatic. Appearance: garnet with violet undertone
Nose: potting soil, roasted meat and cardamom
Taste: plum, dried strawberry, orange peel finishing with ginger
Overall: Rhône blend with round palate, silky tannins and spiced finish — 5 years ago

Wayne F. Smith

9.0

This 2015 is ripe right now with fruit somewhat unexpected after 4 years but still with just enough tannins in a wine with only 20% cabernet, 70% merlot. — 6 years ago