Monbazillac
Winery: Château La Haut Borie
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Monbazillac
Designation: AOC
Site: The vineyard covers 11 hectares of north-facing hillsides that favor noble rot. The soil is a mix of clay, silica and chalk.
Grapes: 60% Sémillon, 30% Muscadelle, 10% Sauvignon
Fermentation and Aging: The grapes are picked according to conditions and varieties. Each variety is vinified separately. Modern equipment pneumatic presses, temperature monitors etc. maximises the wines potential. During fermentation, temperature is lowered to avoid excessive sulphur dioxide. A third of the wine is aged in oak for a year, the other two thirds remaining in the vats. Blending is done after seventeen months. The wine is fined with bentonite before bottling.
Notes: The wine has dried fruit, apricot and honey aromas. It is buttery, voluptuous and fruity in the mouth. The acidity contributes to the balance and an elegant, fresh finish.
