Chateau Branon, Pessac-Leognan, 2005 extra-brut-selection and aromas of white flowers

and aromas of white flowers and subtle salinity that make you want to pour another glass

It has the classically muscular tannnins and violety finish

has revived it in collaboration with Ricardo Freitas of Vinhos Barbeito: Verdelho forms the backbone (the old standard)

If you want to understand why Vouvray is celebrated for both its drinkability and cellar potential

finished with candied citrus—elegant

Chateau Branon, Pessac-Leognan, 2005 extra-brut-selection and aromas of white flowersMicro production Pessac Lognan from just 6. 5 hectares between Haut Bailly and Malartic Lagravire. Sylvaine Garcin Cathiard purchased this dilapidated property in 1996 and completely rebuilt it; her daughter Hlne now manages. 50% Merlot, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon on clay and gravel soils, south southwest exposure. Fermented in small stainless steel vats, malolactic in barrel, aged 18 months in 100% new French oak. Only 500 600 cases per vintage.