Château Cantegril
Sauternes Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend
Sauternes, Graves, Bordeaux, France
2017 vintage. 100% Sémillon. From the Dubordieu family. Not as complex as its stable mate Doisy-Daene, but fine value anyway. The typical "rôti" botrytis aromas, combined with pineapple, honey, and caramel. Good acidity, balancing the sweet dried fruits,roasted pineapple, brown sugar, and caramel flavours. Abv. 13,5%.
2017 vintage. 100% Sémillon. From the Dubordieu family. Not as complex as its stable mate Doisy-Daene, but fine value anyway. The typical "rôti" botrytis aromas, combined with pineapple, honey, and caramel. Good acidity, balancing the sweet dried fruits,roasted pineapple, brown sugar, and caramel flavours. Abv. 13,5%.
Jan 11th, 2024
Honeyed apricot, pineapple, and a hint of almond on the nose. Honey, pineapple, and pineapple on the palate flavors. Perhaps a touch thin for sauternes, but high quality nonetheless.
4/23/8/4/3+50=91 pts.
Honeyed apricot, pineapple, and a hint of almond on the nose. Honey, pineapple, and pineapple on the palate flavors. Perhaps a touch thin for sauternes, but high quality nonetheless.
4/23/8/4/3+50=91 pts.
A blend of Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc & muscadelle. Aromas of sweet rich stone fruit and citrus notes with floral notes. On the palate peach and apricot flavors with nutty notes. Medium finish ending with a honey character. Nice value. Tasting Sample.
A blend of Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc & muscadelle. Aromas of sweet rich stone fruit and citrus notes with floral notes. On the palate peach and apricot flavors with nutty notes. Medium finish ending with a honey character. Nice value. Tasting Sample.
Oct 5th, 2018
Château Cantegril – Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle / 2019
AOC Barsac – Bordeaux, France 🇫🇷
Overview
A Grand Vin de Sauternes crafted by the Dubourdieu family in Barsac, this 2019 vintage blends the region’s classics: Sémillon dominant, Sauvignon Blanc, and a touch of Muscadelle. Botrytis cinerea (noble rot) weaves its magic here, concentrating sugars and intensifying aromas.
Aromas & Flavors
Lush notes of apricot, candied orange peel, and pineapple rise from the glass, layered with honey, acacia blossom, and a hint of saffron. The sweetness is deeply expressive but never cloying.
Mouthfeel
Silky and opulent, yet balanced by Barsac’s hallmark freshness and mineral tension. A luscious golden core with excellent length, pure heaven in a glass.
Food Pairings
Perfect with Roquefort, foie gras, or blue cheeses, but equally divine alongside fruit tarts, crème brûlée, or spicy Asian cuisine. For a daring contrast, try with fried chicken.
Verdict
2019 Château Cantegril is heaven on earth, an elegant and classic Barsac that shows the Dubourdieu family’s mastery. A wine that proves Sauternes and Barsac remain unmatched when it comes to liquid gold.
Did You Know?
Barsac AOC wines can legally be labeled either “Barsac” or “Sauternes.” Château Cantegril is often described as one of the “entry gates” to the Dubourdieu family’s sweet wine heritage, offering top quality at a more approachable level than their Château Doisy-Daëne.
🍷 Personal Pick Highlight: This is one of those wines that makes you stop mid-sip and smile, it’s just that magical.
Château Cantegril – Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle / 2019
AOC Barsac – Bordeaux, France 🇫🇷
Overview
A Grand Vin de Sauternes crafted by the Dubourdieu family in Barsac, this 2019 vintage blends the region’s classics: Sémillon dominant, Sauvignon Blanc, and a touch of Muscadelle. Botrytis cinerea (noble rot) weaves its magic here, concentrating sugars and intensifying aromas.
Aromas & Flavors
Lush notes of apricot, candied orange peel, and pineapple rise from the glass, layered with honey, acacia blossom, and a hint of saffron. The sweetness is deeply expressive but never cloying.
Mouthfeel
Silky and opulent, yet balanced by Barsac’s hallmark freshness and mineral tension. A luscious golden core with excellent length, pure heaven in a glass.
Food Pairings
Perfect with Roquefort, foie gras, or blue cheeses, but equally divine alongside fruit tarts, crème brûlée, or spicy Asian cuisine. For a daring contrast, try with fried chicken.
Verdict
2019 Château Cantegril is heaven on earth, an elegant and classic Barsac that shows the Dubourdieu family’s mastery. A wine that proves Sauternes and Barsac remain unmatched when it comes to liquid gold.
Did You Know?
Barsac AOC wines can legally be labeled either “Barsac” or “Sauternes.” Château Cantegril is often described as one of the “entry gates” to the Dubourdieu family’s sweet wine heritage, offering top quality at a more approachable level than their Château Doisy-Daëne.
🍷 Personal Pick Highlight: This is one of those wines that makes you stop mid-sip and smile, it’s just that magical.
VERY SWEET, peach and apricot. Had at Total Wine Boudreaux Tasting 10/11/2024
VERY SWEET, peach and apricot. Had at Total Wine Boudreaux Tasting 10/11/2024
Oct 16th, 2024
Deep yellow. Sweet fruity apricot raisin honey aroma, rich pear. Comfortable sweetness. Complexity > US similar. CP quite good 19 @3740, Academy D, 240420
Deep yellow. Sweet fruity apricot raisin honey aroma, rich pear. Comfortable sweetness. Complexity > US similar. CP quite good 19 @3740, Academy D, 240420
Apr 20th, 2024
NOSE: fresh pineapple, peach, whipped cream, honey, baked apple.
TASTE: beeswax. Tropical and citrus fruit. Simple and a little thin - only OK. 87.
NOSE: fresh pineapple, peach, whipped cream, honey, baked apple.
TASTE: beeswax. Tropical and citrus fruit. Simple and a little thin - only OK. 87.
Decent semillon focused sweet, plenty of peachy notes and not too intense
Decent semillon focused sweet, plenty of peachy notes and not too intense
Jan 15th, 2023Tasting class (Bordeaux) 12Oct18 - wine No.10
Syrupy, very sweet and thick. Very much like a dessert wine. It's good, but not for drinking volumes. Probably would tastier cold, not sure
Tasting class (Bordeaux) 12Oct18 - wine No.10
Syrupy, very sweet and thick. Very much like a dessert wine. It's good, but not for drinking volumes. Probably would tastier cold, not sure
