2020 La Louviere Blanc
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The 2020 La Louvière Blanc is more backward on the nose compared to its peers, though it unfurls in the glass to reveal quite precise lemon verbena and Clementine aromas. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, citrus-fresh with orange rind and mandarin notes on the finish. Excellent. This comes strongly recommended. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting.
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A successful rendition of this 100% Sauvignon Blanc bottling, which over the years has exemplified the winemaking style popularized by the late Denis Dubourdieu, the 2020 La Louvière Blanc exhibits aromas of pink grapefruit, lemongrass and pastry cream. Medium-bodied, bright and incisive, with a pretty core of fruit, bright acids and a saline finish, it's a charming middleweight that will likely put on a bit of weight with additional bottle age. It's bottled under Diam 30.
Clean lemon pith, honeyed pineapple, and some floral, spicy notes all emerge from the 2020 Château La Louviere Blanc, a medium-bodied, juicy, remarkably pure Graves Blanc that's going to continue drinking nicely for 5-7 years. This is classic stuff and well worth seeking out.
About the producer
Wine has been made at this estate since the 1300s, but its modern history begins when the Lurton family purchased it in 1965. The property was in disrepair, but the Lurtons have restored the château, winery and vineyards.