Château Bastor-Lamontagne
Sauternes Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend
Sauternes, Graves, Bordeaux, France
Perfect wih Indian food @ Diwali in London. Aromas of dried honey, peaxh, melon, and subtle oak. Taste: ncitrisy marmelade, banana vanilla and dried apricots. A hint of ginger. Solid acidity and balance
Perfect wih Indian food @ Diwali in London. Aromas of dried honey, peaxh, melon, and subtle oak. Taste: ncitrisy marmelade, banana vanilla and dried apricots. A hint of ginger. Solid acidity and balance
Nov 7th, 2018
Calvin had this 11 years ago
Calvin had this 11 years ago
1 person found it helpfulDec 27th, 2014
Nice stone fruits. Mmm...white peach.
Nice stone fruits. Mmm...white peach.
Apr 6th, 2016Funky honey. White raisins. Butterscotch. Deep and serious with finish like maple honey. $49.99
Funky honey. White raisins. Butterscotch. Deep and serious with finish like maple honey. $49.99
Feb 10th, 2014
Confidence de Bastor-Lamontagne – White Blend, 2023. Bordeaux AOC – France 🇫🇷
Overview
A modern white Bordeaux from Château Bastor-Lamontagne, crafted with an unconventional yet compelling blend of 51% Sauvignon Gris, 29% Sémillon, and 20% Sauvignon Blanc. This composition brings both aromatic lift and textural depth, delivering a wine that balances freshness, subtle richness, and a distinctly mineral profile rooted in classic Bordeaux terroir.
Aromas & Flavors
Fresh and expressive on the nose with notes of citrus peel, white peach, and hints of mango, followed by soft herbal tones and a touch of wet stone. The palate leans crisp and clean, showing lemon zest, green apple, light tropical fruit, and a gentle brioche nuance from the Sémillon.
Mouthfeel
Dry and refreshing with bright acidity and a lightly stony texture. Medium-bodied, well-balanced, and smooth, finishing clean with a subtle saline and mineral-driven persistence.
Food Pairings
Shellfish, grilled or poached white fish, oysters, goat cheese, vegetable-forward dishes, or light poultry. Also works beautifully as an aperitif.
Verdict
An approachable yet thoughtfully made white Bordeaux that bridges the gap between casual sipping and more serious tasting. Its balance, freshness, and unique grape composition make it versatile and crowd-pleasing without sacrificing character.
Did You Know?
Sauvignon Gris is a rare mutation of Sauvignon Blanc and brings extra weight, aromatics, and texture, adding a distinctive twist to traditional Bordeaux white blends.
🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
This wine really resonates with my white-blend style preferences. Dry, crisp, and subtly mineral, it’s the kind of bottle that easily becomes a go-to companion for casual cuisine or relaxed sipping, effortless yet quietly sophisticated.
Confidence de Bastor-Lamontagne – White Blend, 2023. Bordeaux AOC – France 🇫🇷
Overview
A modern white Bordeaux from Château Bastor-Lamontagne, crafted with an unconventional yet compelling blend of 51% Sauvignon Gris, 29% Sémillon, and 20% Sauvignon Blanc. This composition brings both aromatic lift and textural depth, delivering a wine that balances freshness, subtle richness, and a distinctly mineral profile rooted in classic Bordeaux terroir.
Aromas & Flavors
Fresh and expressive on the nose with notes of citrus peel, white peach, and hints of mango, followed by soft herbal tones and a touch of wet stone. The palate leans crisp and clean, showing lemon zest, green apple, light tropical fruit, and a gentle brioche nuance from the Sémillon.
Mouthfeel
Dry and refreshing with bright acidity and a lightly stony texture. Medium-bodied, well-balanced, and smooth, finishing clean with a subtle saline and mineral-driven persistence.
Food Pairings
Shellfish, grilled or poached white fish, oysters, goat cheese, vegetable-forward dishes, or light poultry. Also works beautifully as an aperitif.
Verdict
An approachable yet thoughtfully made white Bordeaux that bridges the gap between casual sipping and more serious tasting. Its balance, freshness, and unique grape composition make it versatile and crowd-pleasing without sacrificing character.
Did You Know?
Sauvignon Gris is a rare mutation of Sauvignon Blanc and brings extra weight, aromatics, and texture, adding a distinctive twist to traditional Bordeaux white blends.
🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
This wine really resonates with my white-blend style preferences. Dry, crisp, and subtly mineral, it’s the kind of bottle that easily becomes a go-to companion for casual cuisine or relaxed sipping, effortless yet quietly sophisticated.
One of the better whites I’ve had. Very peachy, good acidity.
One of the better whites I’ve had. Very peachy, good acidity.
Apr 22nd, 2025
So sweet. Honey. Full bodied. Delicious.
So sweet. Honey. Full bodied. Delicious.
Feb 28th, 2025An interesting and complex white blend (51% Sauvignon Gris, 29% semillon, and 20% Sauvignon Blanc), it provides an intense brioche and tropical fruit twist, notable oak and vainilla notes as expected from a white Bordeaux like this style. Not so dry but not crazy fruity either. Nice and clean finish. Can be an acquired taste for some people.
An interesting and complex white blend (51% Sauvignon Gris, 29% semillon, and 20% Sauvignon Blanc), it provides an intense brioche and tropical fruit twist, notable oak and vainilla notes as expected from a white Bordeaux like this style. Not so dry but not crazy fruity either. Nice and clean finish. Can be an acquired taste for some people.
Aug 5th, 2024
Une robe passablement évoluée car presque cassonade roux. Un nez avec des pêches confites, peu de fruits exotiques, caramel et cassonade. Une bouche légèrement métallique, avec de saveurs de sucre brun, de pêches confites. La finale est courte et mince. Pas à la hauteur des autres millésimes bus de cette maison.
Une robe passablement évoluée car presque cassonade roux. Un nez avec des pêches confites, peu de fruits exotiques, caramel et cassonade. Une bouche légèrement métallique, avec de saveurs de sucre brun, de pêches confites. La finale est courte et mince. Pas à la hauteur des autres millésimes bus de cette maison.
Jul 23rd, 2024