COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Sauvignon Gris
PRODUCER
Château de Reignac
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château de Reignac Blanc is a white wine from the Entre-Deux-Mers region of Bordeaux, France. Produced by Château de Reignac, a family-owned estate with a history dating back to the 16th century, the 2020 vintage is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, and Sauvignon Gris. The estate's terroir is characterized by a mix of gravel and clay soils, drawing influence from both the Médoc and Saint-Émilion areas. The current owners, Yves and Stéphanie Vatelot, have focused on restoring the historic property and implementing sustainable viticultural practices, aiming to produce wines that reflect the estate's unique environment and heritage.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Estate features a Gustave Eiffel-designed greenhouse.
Fact 02
Tasting tower is housed in a 16th-century dovecote.
Fact 03
Certified High Environmental Value, Level 4.
Fact 04
Vineyard soils blend Médoc and Saint-Émilion characteristics.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Château de Reignac employs traditional winemaking techniques combined with modern organic science and a philosophy of minimal intervention. The estate is committed to sustainable viticulture and regenerative practices, focusing on vineyard health and biodiversity. While specific fermentation details for the 2020 white vintage are not provided, the general approach aims to produce wines that express the purity of the fruit and the estate's terroir. The wines are known for their potential to age, indicating a focus on structure and balance during the winemaking process.
