Pessac-Léognan Sémillon Sauvignon Blanc

I had a bottle a little over a year ago, and since then this has opened up and put on some weight. Semillon-heavy nose exhibits loads of waxy, lanolin-like scents, honeysuckle, toast, and pear. Full on the palate, with low-toned pear flavors, and a vague buttered honey note. Nice acids poke through to enliven it. Still feels like it’s on the path to full integration, but not quite there. Nice.

Seems a little tight right now (yes I’m drinking it too young). But clearly all the right parts are there. Nose shows both Semillon and Sauvignon character, with lanolin s ents competing with grassy Sauvignon notes. Nice crushed stone mineral notes too. A bit of toastiness from barrel aging is apparent on the palate, with herbal and mineral flavors more prominent than the tight fruit at this point. Bone dry with nice acids. This should age well but is nice now too.

Some age and weight to this. Acidic as expected.

Rika had this 10 years ago

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Blend of Sauvignon Blanc (70%) and Semillon (30%). Dark golden color. Beautiful aromas of pear, white flowers, sweet spices and freshly baked shortbread. Lively palate of unripe peach, lemon, apple, minerals and salted caramel. Medium-plus body and beautifully balanced. Creamy texture and a long and luxurious finish. Thanks for the impressive bottle, Kase!

Quite acidic but the Semillon gives a rounder character to the wine.

@Petit Zinc, Paris

Wine tasting with owner Christophe Mau. 70% Sauvignon and 30% Semillon aged in French oak to add the texture. Grapefruit with richer gold color

Large amounts of semillon round off the acidity. Bright clean flavors, with lush undertones.