Clos des Lunes Lune d'Or – Bordeaux Blanc Sec – White – 2018:

 

Clos des Lunes ‘Lune d’Or’: The Golden Standard of Dry Bordeaux

The Clos des Lunes ‘Lune d’Or’ is the flagship cuvée, the ultimate expression of the Sauternes terroir’s capacity to yield a world-class dry white wine. Driven by the vision of Olivier Bernard (Domaine de Chevalier), this wine is a luxurious paradox, blending the rich, old-vine Sémillon with the vibrant Sauvignon Blanc, all entirely barrel-aged to perfection.

Tasting Notes (Recent Vintage)

• Appearance: Brilliant pale gold with subtle green reflections.
• Nose: Complex and highly refined, featuring a bouquet of bright citrus (candied lemon, grapefruit), white flowers (acacia), and yellow stone fruit (peach, apricot). Subtle, well-integrated notes of vanilla and toast signal its expert barrel maturation.
• Palate: Full-bodied and powerful, it delivers a creamy, concentrated texture beautifully balanced by a chiseled acidity that guarantees persistent freshness. The balance is masterful, leading to a long, mineral, and incredibly precise finish-a true benchmark for dry Bordeaux.

Pairing Suggestions & Service

This is the quintessential gastronomic white wine. Serve chilled (54-57°F) with high-end cuisine for an unparalleled experience.

• Serving Temperature: 54°F – 57°F.
• Cellaring Potential: 10 to 20 years.

Bordeaux 2018
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