FRENCH WINE

DECANTER 95 POINTS "The only part of the Mouton vines that had some frost in 2017, yet maintaining its signature rich round flavours of creamy citrus and powerful white peach and pear notes. A bitter saffron point gives focus and lift on the finish. This is a brilliant Aile d'Argent, wonderfully balanced with real complexity, offering volume and structure through the palate and a saline-streaked juicy finish."

This straightforward and delicious dry white Bordeaux displays a tantalizing nose of vibrant gooseberry and passionfruit aromas with flavors of honey & fresh melons braced by a savory spine of minerality. Medium bodied with good acidity and ample fruit this fresh bright refreshing and well-priced Bordeaux Blanc is one of the better values from Entre Deux Mers. Made by Pierre Lurton the general manager of Cheval Blanc and Yquem among others. (Sauvignon Blanc & Semillon)

DECANTER 93 POINTS - "They have managed to get the Haut de Smith signature in this wine, and for me it is one of the most successful whites of the vintage in terms of accessibility and affordability. It has so much personality, showing grilled apricots and concentrated, rich citrus, with rosemary and sage edging and a mineral lick on the finish. The acidity gives persistency and lift, but it feels tame and under control. Harvested 24 August to 9 September, so at least 10 days earlier than usual. 50% new oak. An obvious buy for the vintage."

2nd wine of Domaine De Chevalier

Straw yellow in color, this wine offers aromas of fresh fruit with acidulated notes such as lemon. On the palate, it shows a round and fresh attack with an initial touch of lemon, followed by boxwood and grapefruit flavors which linger on a fresh finish of considerable refinement. Blend: 70% Sauvignon Blanc, 28% Semillon, 2% Muscadelle