Vintus

Pavillon Blanc 2004, Bordeaux Blanc

2004 is a great vintage of Pavillon Blanc.  The summer weather conditions, which were on the whole very good, but without any extreme heat, enabled a slow, complete ripening of the Sauvignon grapes, while preserving their aromatic finesse and good acidity potential.  Few vintages have enjoyed such a balance: 2004 has length, the fatness and the sap of the 2001, as well as an amazing freshness of aromas and flavors.

“Extremely fresh, deep nose combines quinine, ginger, minerals and citrus fruits, with white peach and honey notes that suggest viognier (I could not possibly have guessed that this wine was entirely from sauvignon blanc). Rich, honeyed and powerful, with superb fat and depth of flavor. Notes of peach, citrus fruit, hay and honeydew melon. Pontallier says this may be Margaux's best Pavillon Blanc ever, and I certainly can't recall a more promising vintage.’’ 92-94 Tanzer, May 2005

“Medium-bodied, rich, beautifully textured, and pure, it should evolve for 15-20 years.” 93 Wine Advocate, June 2006