Tasting Notes

89-92
Vinous Stephen Tanzer - 01 May 02
Brisk aromas of honeysuckle, lime and ginger. Fruit-driven and penetrating, with a strong element of citrus peel. Almost hard-edged today but has enough supporting density. Finishes quite long, with excellent fruit and cut. Provides more evidence of the extraordinary quality of sauvignon blanc in 2001.
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Pessac-Léognan Fine Wine

Pessac-Leognan

Pessac-Léognan, an esteemed Bordeaux appellation in the Graves region, is renowned for both red and white wines. The reds are elegant and complex, with earthy notes, blackcurrant, plum, tobacco, and graphite, supported by refined tannins and excellent ageing potential. The whites, primarily from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, are fresh, aromatic, and balanced, with citrus, tropical fruit, and floral notes, plus a creamy texture from barrel ageing. Top producers include Château Haut-Brion, Château La Mission Haut-Brion, Château Smith Haut Lafitte, and Château Pape Clément.