Sélections Puy Arnaud - Vin de France Silt blanc BIO 2024
94/100
Yves Beck
91/100
A. Larsson
“A 100% Sauvignon Blanc with a Loire Valley character and a hint of Pouilly-Fumé. A real standout!”
“Fermentation in amphorae and barrels using native yeasts, followed by aging in the same containers. The challenge is to work with a traditional grape variety while avoiding caricature or excessive exuberance. The bouquet perfectly embodies this approach; it is subtle, complex, and precise. In addition to notes of bread dough, it reveals nuances of mirabelle plums complemented by a hint of fennel. On the palate, the wine bridges the sweetness of the wood with the liveliness of the acidity. The result is a wine that is briny, elegant, and refreshing.” (Yves Beck 2025)
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Eye
A brilliant golden color with youthful green highlights
Nose
Pure, complex, and lively, with notes of lime, aromatic herbs (fennel), ripe yellow fruits (mirabelle plum), and sweet citrus
Palate
A lovely balance between sweetness and liveliness, with a briny character, beautiful purity, elegance, and good length
Serve
At 10-12°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink from
2025
Drink before
2030+
Production
Approximately 5,360 bottles
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with sole meunière, sea bream ceviche, or asparagus risotto...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2022 guide): 4 stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
Thierry Valette has always had a passion for wine; his great-grandfather owned Châteaux Pavie and Troplong-Mondot, two of Saint-Émilion’s most prestigious classified growths. In 2000, he took over this 13-hectare estate in Belvès-de-Castillon (20 kilometers east of Libourne), committing to the rigorous standards of biodynamics. Asterian limestone is predominant at Puy Arnaud. In the late 19th century, the fifteen hectares of the Clos were actually classified as a “Premier Cru” of Saint-Émilion! These soils impart great finesse, freshness, and minerality to the grapes, allowing the bouquet to rival that of the “great terroirs” (floral, spices, truffle) as it gradually unfolds. The range stands out for its consistency and coherence: the Pervenche cuvée, with moderate aging potential, is best enjoyed within 5 years for the liveliness of its fruit. Les-Ormeaux releases a delicately textured wine, paired with exemplary fruitiness in its rich, balanced profile. Velvety in texture and predominantly Merlot, this grand vin is highly refined in its tannic length, with well-defined fruit and a stylish, refreshing finish. This is undoubtedly one of the most accomplished vintages on the Right Bank. In a blind tasting, this wine will surprise many, as it can rival even the most prestigious wines. It is one of the most original wines of the Bordeaux region!
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2022 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
Thierry Valette has owned this estate in Castillon since 2000. Crafted with care, the wine established itself from the outset as one of the appellation’s most intriguing wines, with a deep and eminently distinguished style. The vineyard, now cultivated using biodynamic methods, is living up to all expectations. In addition to the first wine, Thierry Valette offers two so-called “everyday” cuvées (Bistrot and Rouge) that reconcile us with Bordeaux wines meant for immediate enjoyment. It is worth noting the consistency of the range and the commitment to producing both wines for immediate pleasure and wines of great depth.
Jancis Robinson
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
James Suckling
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
Andreas Larsson
Wine rated (2025 guide) 91/100
About the wine:
A brilliant golden color with youthful green highlights. A clean, lively nose revealing soft oak notes and a creamy texture from the lees, blending lemongrass, lime, aromatic herbs, ripe yellow fruits, and sweet citrus. Good structure and refreshing acidity with a refined body, featuring young, succulent fruit dominated by Sauvignon but with a distinctly vinous character, offering beautiful purity and good length.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2025 guide) 94/100
About the wine:
Vinification in amphorae and barrels using native yeasts, followed by aging in the same containers. The challenge is to work with a traditional grape variety while avoiding caricature or excessive exuberance. The bouquet perfectly embodies this approach; it is subtle, complex, and precise. In addition to notes of bread dough, it reveals hints of mirabelle plums complemented by a touch of fennel. On the palate, the wine bridges the sweetness of the wood with the liveliness of the acidity. The result is a wine that is briny, elegant, and refreshing. 2026–2034
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