Castellum Sauvignon Blanc 2023 75cl Wooden Case 6 Bottles

Castellum refers in the Middle Ages to the central castle Castrum, a fortified village situated on the heights of the Languedoc. The name of this cuvée evokes the fortifications of the Cité de Carcassonne, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Comments from Guillaume Barraud, Deputy Director of the Estates:

We are fortunate to have, on a clay-limestone plateau of the Estagnère estate, a plot of mature Sauvignon (15 years old) planted at the ideal density (5,000 vines/ha) with quality trellising allowing a fine leaf canopy, the driving force behind photosynthesis and grape ripening. The oceanic influence provides a cooler climate and preserves the aromas of the Sauvignon, which are sensitive to intense heat. Together with Gérard Bertrand, we identified the opportunity and potential to create this exceptional cuvée. The technical choices — notably avoiding leaf-stripping to keep the grapes protected from the sun — as well as the choice of biodynamic practices, allow this great Sauvignon to fully express both the grape variety and the terroir, with exceptional minerality and freshness. The first vintage of this 100% Sauvignon Blanc cuvée, of which a portion (2/3) is aged for 8 months in oak barrels, will rival its international counterparts.

Comments from Pierre-Alexis Menguel, Head Sommelier:

A great Sauvignon Blanc that expresses itself through an intense aromatic profile of exotic fruit and flint notes, and a fine acidity worthy of the greatest Sauvignons. 2022 is a vintage already regarded as one of the greatest of the past 50 years, with ideal weather conditions and perfect balance. 

The work begins in the vineyard with great care to obtain healthy, well-exposed foliage. The grapes must reach an optimal level of ripeness. A plot selection is carried out on the clay-limestone plateaux of the Domaine de l'Estagnère.

• Sauvignon Blanc