Ratings: Robert Parker 90/100, RVF 15.5/20, Bettane & Desseauve 15.5/20, Guide Hachette 1* (Very successful wine), Decanter 5*****
Château Carbonnieux white is a delightfully enjoyable wine par excellence—intense, pure, and expressive, with aromas of citrus and exotic fruits. The attack on the palate is very lively, tart, and fresh. Lime dominates, and the rich structure is balanced by its freshness. A must-try! Delivered in a wooden case at no extra charge for orders of 12 bottles shipped within France
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Eye
Pale yellow with green highlights
Nose
Intense, pure, and expressive, with aromas of citrus and exotic fruits
Palate
A very lively, tart, and fresh attack. Lime dominates, and the rich texture is balanced by the fresh, youthful character on the palate.
Serve
at 10-12°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink from
2012
Drink before
2015
Food and wine pairings
Pair with shellfish, seafood, and smoked salmon. The winery’s recommendation: a fish tartare marinated in lime juice and olive oil...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2022 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
Owned since 1956 by the charming Perrin family, this great classic of the Pessac-Léognan appellation captivates with both its production volume—especially for white wines—and the consistency and distinctiveness of its style. The very pale whites are fresh, lively, and exceptionally refined, but since 2009 they have gained in richness and body. The reds have gained significantly in power and density and rival the very best.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker – The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2022 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
Brothers Éric and Philibert Perrin, along with their sister Christine Lescuyer, continue to develop this important estate, which has evolved considerably over the past decade, consistently producing delicious wine. The new generation is taking over; the 2019 vintage was brilliantly vinified by the young Andréa Perrin. Elegant and refreshing, the whites have gained in expressiveness while developing more body on the palate. They do not age indefinitely, and we recommend enjoying them within the first five years after bottling. However, some great vintages may hold magical surprises with extended aging. The reds, serious and consistent, though often austere in their youth, have also gained in body density. They never taste as good as they do between five and ten years of age. The vineyard is continuing its restructuring program by replacing the Sauvignon Blancs on the fine gravel terroirs with Cabernet Sauvignon.
James Suckling
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
4/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. JEAN B C. Published on March 3, 2014
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Review by Ms. NATHALIE N. Posted on 11/08/2013
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