Domaine Clarence Dillon, Clarendelle Blanc, AOC Bordeaux, France, 2023

Producer Profile

The Clarendelle wines are a member of the eminent Domaine Clarence Dillon family of wines (Haut-Brion, La Mission Haut-Brion & Quintus).

The style of the Clarendelle wines is dictated by an expression of the Bordeaux terroir which aim to produce subtle elegance in age-worthy wines. Clarendelle benefits from the expertise and knowhow of a First Growth winemaking team and like the Haut-Brion wines, Clarendelle offers its assurance by representing an uncompromising quality and consistency with every vintage and are cellared and only released to the market when they are deemed fully ready to be enjoyed by the consumer.

Viticulture

Working with carefully selected vineyard owners, the team regularly visit the properties and inspect the vineyards to ensure the fruit that goes into the wines are nothing short of excellent.

Oak Ageing

No oak ageing

Tasting Note

Clear and brilliant, with an intense yellow colour and golden highlights. Aromas typical of Sauvignon Blanc (lemon and blackcurrant buds) dominate on the nose, accompanied by notes of white flowers and orange blossom imparted by Muscadelle. Tropical fruit and citrus flavours come to the fore on the palate. Notes of lemon and grapefruit emerge, mingled with nuances of fleshy white fruit such as pear and lychee. Delicious, round, attractive and fruity on the palate. The rich and concentrated texture is underpinned by a thirst-quenching minerality. The incredibly long aftertaste showcases the complexity of this wine, with ripe fruit flavours balanced out by a lovely vivaciousness. All in all, a gourmet, refined wine with a great deal of tension and elegance.