2010 Bordeaux Whites Have Their Own Greatness
$17.99 Chateau Bonhoste Blanc, Sophisticated Summer Sipper
The greatness of Bordeaux 2010 has rapid-fire become an international cause célèbre. The perfect, even growing season for the region has Wine Spectator, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate and Decanter Magazine scrambling for superlatives. All speak of the vintage’s glory and greatness. Its exceptional quality extends as well to Bordeaux Blanc, the ultimate sophisticated summer sipper; and there’s no waiting for next year delivery like their red counterparts. Tasting through these classic white Bordeaux, we’ve zeroed in on 2010 Chateau Bonhoste Blanc, superlively, full-bodied, a perfectly balanced white wine for summer. Aromas of apricot and grapefruit zest have a touch of saffron underlying. The incredible fruit from the vineyards planted on the southern slopes of the Dordogne’s south bank delivers a deliciously rich yet balanced palate of 60% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Semillon, 10% Muscadelle with a hint of peach and considerable finish. Best news of all is that our price of $17.99 brings you this great vintage of this paradigm of perfect white wine to enjoy during the blue-sky days and long, warm evenings of summer.

Tasting Notes:Intense straw colour. Powerfull bouquet of apricot and grapefruit with an underlying faint touch of saffron. The wine is rich and full-bodied and well-balance with an clean freshness. The wonderful, long finish recalls both the wood and fruit of peach groves. 60% sauvignon blanc, 30% Semillon, 10% Muscadelle.