Le Grand Chai Bordeaux Blanc 2020

While most people are more familiar with the region’s famous reds, dry Bordeaux blanc has a style all its own—boasting mouthwatering freshness (usually from Sauvignon Blanc, the most-planted white) with added texture and richness (via Sémillon and, often, some barrel aging). This exclusive release was crafted by the talented Jean-Marc Sauboua, who trained at First Growth Châteaux Haut-Brion, and boasts a gold medal from the Frankfurt International Trophy competition.

“I strongly urge you to take advantage of the revolution in white winemaking in Bordeaux,” says Jancis Robinson, Master of Wine. She’s obviously a big fan of these delicious whites. And we’re pleased to offer you a seriously great buy from 2020, which is Bordeaux’s “the third excellent vintage in a row” (critic James Suckling).

Jean-Marc selected the finest fruit from some of his favorite vineyards. Sauvignon Blanc makes up the majority of the blend, and it was grown just down the road from Le Chai au Quai, the “fabulous venture” (Decanter) that he runs on the Right Bank of the Dordogne. He added Sémillon for added ‘mouthfeel’ and honeyed notes.

In the glass, the wine sings with vivacious notes of ripe gooseberry and zippy grapefruit. It’s a complex, finely balanced white with a firm, crisp structure overlaid by all that richly textured fruit and fresh, green-herb edge. Serve it cool (not over-chilled) with scallops, fresh asparagus, monkfish or sole…or as a delightfully refreshing aperitif.

Whatever you choose to pair it with, grab your share now—Jean-Marc crafted just a few hundred cases.