Château Picque Caillou blanc 2018

The nose is rich and expressive, with ripe fruit, soft floral notes, and pronounced minerality; the palate is very full-bodied, with great energy and delicious aromas that linger for a long time. Well-crafted, taut, and very well-balanced.

Picque-Caillou is one of the last estates located in the heart of the Bordeaux metropolitan area: 21 hectares of beautiful, stony terroir, as its name suggests. In 2006, Paulin Calvet took the reins of this family-owned vineyard. Drawing on the experience he gained at Moueix, he set out to restore this beautiful vineyard’s reputation, supported in this effort by the late Denis Dubourdieu and now by Dubourdieu’s team. It’s safe to say that over the past few vintages he has succeeded, as the wines continue to improve. Here, the focus is on elegance, pure fruit, expression of the terroir, and balance. The estate deserves a second star.

A lovely bouquet with fresh, minty notes and a lively, crisp palate come together to create a very pleasant white wine.

Located in the heart of the Bordeaux metropolitan area, this estate—whose name evokes its terroir—has been managed since 2007 by Paulin Calvet, a member of the renowned family of wine merchants that has owned the estate since 1947. Covering 22 hectares, it is one of the last remaining vineyards in Mérignac. The estate is managed in accordance with an environmental management system.

The 2018 Picque-Caillou Blanc features intense aromas of fresh lime juice, green mango, and fresh pear, with hints of orange blossom, chalk dust, and yuzu. Ranging from light to full-bodied, it boasts a crisp, refreshing character that cuts through the intense layers of citrus and tropical fruit, leading to a long, chalky finish.

Sample tasted from the barrel. This wine has a texture that starts off crisp and evolves into a more generous, rounded character. It offers a tangy note that contrasts with flavors of ripe apple and pear. The aging process, which is still ongoing, is carried out with precision and adds a subtle touch in the background.

Layered and delicious, with notes of baked lemon, sliced apple, and minerality. Medium to full-bodied. A savory finish.