Chateau Thieuley Cuvee Francis Courselle Bordeaux - France - $12.49

Thieuley Francis Courselle Blanc1

Blend : 50% Sémillon, 50 % Sauvignon Blanc,

Terroir : Clay and gravelous soils, 25 years-old vines.

Vine Density : 6000 plants/ha Surface : 5 ha

Vinification : Skin contact maceration, gentle pneumatic press under nitrogen. Alcoholic fermentation in french oak barrels. Ageing on lies for 9 months in barrels.

Tasting Notes : This wine presents a very good aromatic complexity. First, the nose is lightly toasted ; secondly it develops fruity and floral flavours that became more mineral after 3 years of ageing. Long and full bodied, this wine gets more finesse and elegance after a few years in bottles.

Awards : 2016 : WA : 87/89, James Suckling : 87/88, Silver Medal at the General Competition of Paris 2018 2015 : 16,5 and great value by Jancis Robinson, Bronze Medal at Bordeaux contest of Aquitaine’s wines. 2014: Silver Medal at General Contest from Paris 2013, Guide B&D : 14,5, WS : 88/100, Gold Medal Gilbert & Gaillard

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