Marquis de Bacalan, Bordeaux AOC (France) Sauvignon Blanc 2016

This same house produced a Platinum award at the 2017 Winemaker Challenge with its 2015 vintage. The 2016 is every bit as good, which come as no surprise. The growing season in Bordeaux got off to a stormy start, but warm, dry weather throughout the summer led to a remarkably good harvest. The Marquis de Bacalan is a gorgeous Bordeaux blanc, rich and luscious on the palate, showing ripe white peach and citrus notes with a touch of spice on the finish. A Platinum award-winner at the 2017 Critics Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition.