Clos des Lunes Lune d’Argent 2017

Clos des Lunes belongs to Olivier Bernard, owner of the famous Domaine du Chevalier in Pessac-Léognan and co-owner of the no less well-known Château Guiraud in Sauternes. He bought the 27 ha property in 2012 from the Castle group. In the meantime, it has increased its area to 45 ha, and the vineyards are organically grown. Today, the estate is run by his son, Hugo. Although located in the Sauternes appellation, famous for its sweet wines, Clos des Lunes produces dry Whitewines, because they do not reach the level of sweetness needed to qualifies as Sauternes. Therefore, they are sold under the generic name of WhiteBordeaux or Grand Vin Blanc Sec. Color: pale yellow, with greenish reflections Smell: complex aromatic fans, with the scent of exotic Whiteand citrus fruits, with floral notes (acacia, lime tree) subtile Taste: direct, aromatic, with concentrated aromas of Whitefruit, a very refreshing saline minerality and hints of fresh lemon and exotic fruits (mango, lychee); fleshy structure, due to Semillon and balanced by the acidity of Sauvignon; long end, fruity Gastronomic recommendations: seafood – shellfish, lobster, crab, oysters; foie gras, spicy steak or a little sweet chicken, veal, pork; Asian dishes – sushi, sashimi; soft or matured cheeses Alcohol: 13% Serving temperature 10 ° C Optimal consumption period: 2020 – 2025 Number of bottle produced: 39 000 93 Points James Suckling 0D Wine