2019 Château Haut-Bergey

Winery: Château Haut-Bergey

Grape Varieties: Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon

Region: Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, France

Appellation: Bordeaux Blanc

Color: White

Format: 0.75 L Bottle

Description

The 2019 Château Haut-Bergey is a dry white wine from the prestigious terroir of Pessac-Léognan, in the heart of the Graves region in Bordeaux. Known for both its red and white wines, Château Haut-Bergey presents here an elegant white that reflects the finesse and freshness of Bordeaux grape varieties. This wine is a classic blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, two grape varieties that harmonize to create a complex and refined wine.

The 2019 Château Haut-Bergey is a dry white wine of great elegance, offering a delightful balance of freshness, rich aromas, and well-balanced acidity. This wine perfectly illustrates the style of Pessac-Léognan whites, with lovely minerality and fruity aromas.

Blend

This wine is a classic blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. The Sauvignon Blanc brings vivacity and citrus aromas, while the Sémillon adds roundness and notes of ripe fruits.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Clear and bright, with a pale yellow color and golden reflections.

Nose: Expressive, with aromas of grapefruit, lemon, and white peach, enhanced by floral and herbal notes.

Palate: Fresh and generous on the palate, with flavors of citrus, white-fleshed fruits, and a light touch of honey. A lovely acidity gives structure, while the long finish is marked by elegant minerality and delicate aromatic persistence.

Aging Potential

The 2019 Château Haut-Bergey can be enjoyed young for its freshness and vibrancy, but it also has good aging potential. It will evolve favorably in the bottle over 5 to 10 years, developing more complex aromas with time.

Food Pairing

Grilled or sauced fish

White meats (poultry, veal)

Soft cheeses like Brie

Pan-seared scallops

Summer salads