Professionele reviews
Robert Parker (91)
Composed of 54% Semillon and 46% Sauvignon Blanc, the 2020 Le Blanc Sec de Suduiraut is being aged for six months in vats (75%) and the rest in oak barrels, 30% of which are new. It hits the ground running with vibrant notions of freshly squeezed limes, lemon meringue pie and Granny Smith apples, plus hints of dillseed and white pepper. The medium-bodied palate delivers an impressive satiny texture along with a racy line cutting through the citrus and apple-inspired flavors, finishing long and steely.
Winespectator (91)
Plump and forward, with a mix of pink grapefruit, tangerine and yellow apple notes giving this an unctuous feel through the almond-tinged finish. Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc.
James Suckling (94)
This is a creamy, round and delicious white with a full body and notes of white peach, mango, pineapple and almond. Some lemon cream, too. layered and caressing, with good weight, balance and freshness. From vines averaging 45 years old. 58% semillon and 42% sauvignon blanc. Drink now or hold.
Vinous (95)
The 2020 Grand Vin Blanc Sec Vieilles Vignes. This new Sémillon/Sauvignon blend from 50-60-year-old vines is full of savory nuance and structure. Time in the glass brings out hints of sage, dried flowers, mint and chamomile. This, too, is less expressive than it was a few months ago. Nevertheless, the Grand Vin Blanc is deeply intriguing and full of character.
Decanter (95)
A complex, enticing nose of white pepper, lemon, aniseed, ginger, fennel, flint and grapefruit. A blend of 58% Semillon and 42% Sauvignon Blanc from vines averaging 45 years, this is wide and deep with a shot of spiced lemon, juicy tropical fruit and stony mineral edges. Characterful and still somewhat tense but with a fresh and lifted finish. A serious, confident, cellarworthy wine which will provide lots of drinking pleasure. Aged for nine months in French oak barrels, 10% new.
