Chateau Réserve de la Comtesse, 2nd Vin Pauillac 2018 blanc a cutting from the vineyards

a cutting from the vineyards of Domaine de la Romane Conti allegedly smuggled back into the country by an enterprising Kiwi in a pair of gumboots

acacia and white peach

with brilliant tint

as Viognier has a pre-existing condition leaning towards more robust than is sometimes wanted

Complex and powerful

Chateau Réserve de la Comtesse, 2nd Vin Pauillac 2018 blanc a cutting from the vineyardsVineyards lie on deep gravel beds underpinned by clay and then sandstone and limestone (part of these vineyards actually reside in the St Julien appellation). Blend 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc Winemaking As the Grand vin, the wine is fermented in stainless steel cuves and then matured in oak barriques (50% new) for up to 18 months.