From: Bordeaux, France
Varietals: Sauvignon. Semillon, Muscadelle
Tasting Notes: The white flower aromas and high-toned notes of citrus are transferred to the palate, where flavors of apple and lemon curd meet fresh cut pineapple. While medium in body, the wine has good texture and bright, food-friendly acidity.
Pairing: Pair with seared scallops in a sauce of lemon, caper, and a healthy dose of butter. Click here for the recipe.
About. The Château de Parenchère, whose foundations were laid in 1570 by Pierre de Parenchières (Governor of Sainte-Foy-la Grande), is situated at the easternmost edge of the Bordeaux appellation, next to Bergerac. Renovated by Raphaël Gazaniol in 1958, the estate consists of 378 unbroken acres (153 hectares), 156 (or 63 hectares) of which are under vine. In January of 2005, Mr. Per Landin took over as majority shareholder in the estate. Today, Raphaël’s son Jean and granddaughter Julia strive to meet the challenge of producing fine Bordeaux wines, demonstrating that great wines can come from lesser-known terroirs.
The vineyards lie on the border of the Dordogne and Lot-et Garonne départements, and are classified to produce Bordeaux Supérieur, Bordeaux Clairet, and Bordeaux Blanc Sec. 146 acres (59 hectares) are planted with red varieties (50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec), while 10 acres (4 hectares) are planted with whites (70% Sauvignon Blanc, 20% Sémillon, 10% Muscadelle). The average vine age is 25 years old, but certain parcels now exceed 40 years of age. Planting density is between 1,336 and 2,300 vines/acre (3,300 and 5,700 vines/hectare), and the vineyard management is deeply rooted in the principles of sustainable agriculture.
The Château de Parenchère Bordeaux Blanc is a dry white that is perfectly suited for the dinner table all year-round. The wine is fermented in and refined in stainless to preserve freshness and acidity.
