2015 Larrivet Haut Brion Blanc
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Tasting Notes
The change here is impressive with bright and vivid aromas and flavors of tropical fruits, stones, and minerals. Underlying energy and intensity in this white. Full and flavorful. Mar 2016, JamesSuckling.com
Critic Scores
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James Suckling
Wine Spectator
More reviews and scores
There's alluring richness here, with an anise hint underscoring the yellow apple, white peach and verbena notes, gaining depth steadily with air. Offers a long, shortbread-enhanced finish. Mar 2016, James Molesworth, www.WineSpectator.com
Showing less alcohol in 2015 after a change of consultant from Michel Rolland to Stéphane Derenoncourt, this is considerably fresher and more focused as a result. Bright, tangy and sappy, with restrained new oak and a long finish. Apr 2016, www.timatkin.com, Drink: 2017-2026
A full expression of the vintage, with ripe fruit aromatics but very nicely handled, with a sense of weight but a lovely focus on the finish. This is a wine that develops over the palate; sneaks up on you. Apr 2016, Jane Anson, www.Decanter.com, Drink: 2017-2025
About the producer
Known as La Rivette prior to the late 19th century, this property is owned by the Gervoson family (best known for the Bonne Maman brand). They farm 75 hectares, with around seven of those dedicated to white grapes.