This dry white wine seduces with its fruitiness coupled with a very nice acidity. It will be perfect to accompany a seafood platter.
Presentation
Presentation
Château de Lugey is a 100% Sauvignon white Graves
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Terroir
The Château du Coureau is located in the Entre-deux-Mers, one of the wine regions of Bordeaux, in the town of Haux near Créon. The estate is made up of 11 hectares of red Graves, 6ha of white Graves, 20ha of red Côtes de Bordeaux and 1ha of Cérons. The vines are grown on sandy-stony soil.
In the vineyard
4 hectares of white Graves from the estate are dedicated to this cuvée Château de Lugey.
Winemaking
Traditional vinification in vats, cold skin maceration (10°C) for 12 hours then the temperature is maintained at around 16°C for the alcoholic fermentation.
Ageing
This cuvée is aged on the lees for 3 to 4 months.
Varietals
Sauvignon : 100%
Sémillon
Sémillon
Specifications
Alcohol content : 12 % vol.
Surface area of the vineyard : 4 ac
Age of vines : 50 years old
Advice
Serving
Serve between 8 and 10°C.
Visual appearance
Sustained and brilliant color, beautiful clarity
At nose
The nose is fruity with a dominance of citrus fruits such as grapefruit, peach but also notes of white pepper.
On the palate
On the palate, a very supple attack bringing a round and fruity aromatic expression
Food pairings
This white Lugey cuvée will go wonderfully with baked fish or marinades.
Classic food and wine pairings
Sea food
