Château La Grave
Sentiers d’Automne: “The richest expression of the vineyard”
This vintage is concentrated and very smooth, while maintaining the style of the “Sentiers d’automne” blends.
Area : 5 hectares (12.3 acres) hectare(s)
Soil : clayey gravel
Grape varieties : : 90% Semillon - 10% Sauvignon
Winemaking :
The grapes are picked by hand in a succession of passes.
A pneumatic press is used to ensure slow, gentle extraction.
The wine is made under controlled temperatures (22 - 23°C).
Ageing :
for 12 months in oak barrels
Average annual production : 5,400 bottles
Tasting advice : Perfectly with cheeses, desserts and fruit.
Château Grand Peyrot
The wealth of an excellent terroir faithfully expressed
Floral bouquet with a hint of mineral aromas. Nicely balanced on the palate. A big fresh attack followed by a long, pleasantly fruity finish.
Area : 5 hectares (12.3 acres) hectare(s)
Soil : clayey limestone soils on south-facing slopes with vines that are 50 years old on average
Grape varieties : 95% Semillon - 5% Sauvignon
Winemaking :
The grapes are picked by hand in a succession of passes.
A pneumatic press is used to ensure slow, gentle extraction.
The wine is made under controlled temperatures (22 - 23°C).
Average annual production : 8,000 bottles
Tasting advice : An ideal accompaniment for foie gras and cheeses, such as roquefort
Château La Grave
A pleasing modern style
Beautiful golden robe. Exotic fruit aromas on the nose, especially pineapple. Nice fruit on the palate, but also slightly tart-tasting with nice length on the finish.
Area : 10 hectares (24.7 acres) hectare(s)
Soil : clay (5 hectares) – clayey gravel (5 hectares)
Grape varieties : 95% Semillon - 5% Sauvignon
Winemaking :
The grapes are picked by hand in a succession of passes.
A pneumatic press is used to ensure slow, gentle extraction.
The wine is made under controlled temperatures (22 - 23°C).
Average annual production : 36,000 bottles
Tasting advice :
Should be drunk chilled (9°C) as an aperitif with salty snacks such as warmed goat’s cheese, crackers, etc.