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Picked through to 4 September to get as much ripeness as possible – reaching 14% alcohol with a low pH of 3.11 – a sensational dry white for the vintage! First you get classically Sauvignon Blanc aromas bright, lifted, and immediately expressive, marked by zesty lime, citrus peel, and a distinctive hint of margarita–like salinity that adds both charm and precision. Then comes the palate: a harmonious combination of freshness and breadth with an attack crisp and vibrant, yet quickly expanding into a more generous, rounded mid–palate thanks to both Sémillon in the blend as well as lees stirring. The wine, ageing in 10% new oak, delivers a satisfying sense of volume often missing in leaner vintages. And the added width never compromises its energy; instead, it enhances complexity and drinkability. The saline–citrus character carries through to a clean, persistent finish, reinforcing balance and structure. | Decanter | 2026 | 95
Druiven: 55% Sauvignon Blanc, 45% Sémillon
Al in de 11e eeuw ontstaat Château Carbonnieux in Passec-Léognan. Halverwege de vorige eeuw kocht de familie Perrin het domien in erbarmelijke omstandheden. Alles werd geheel gerenoveerd en de wijngaarden werden geheel nieuw aangeplant. Vandaag de dag wordt Château Carbonnieux geleid door de broers Eric en Philibert Perrin en kan mag worden gesteld dat de wijn in topconditie zijn. De helft van de productie bestaat uit witte Bordeaux. Aanplant rood: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec, 5% Petit Verdot en 5% Carmenere.
Decanter 95 | Suckling 94-95 | Vinous 90-92 | Robinson 16/20