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Monbousquet Blanc 2017

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Tasting Notes

The 2017 Monbousquet Blanc is matured in 50% new oak for just six months. It offers uncomplicated lime flower and green apple scents on the nose, a touch of Conference pear developing with time in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine acidity, nicely balanced if missing a little complexity towards the slightly saline finish. Drink two or three years after bottling.

Score: 87 - 89

Neal Martin, Vinous.com Maturity: 2020-2024 01 May 2018

Not typical Bordeaux Blanc – neither from the blend, nor from the flavour. Markedly aromatic with grassy Sauvignon Blanc character but also a much richer ripe-pear aroma from the Gris and lifted grapefruit and lemon. Attractive dusty, chalky aroma, too. Rich and full in the mouth and good freshness. Rich, full-bodied and lots of creamy texture. Has depth and freshness in equal measure. Hard to predict how it will age and it may be a wine that divides opinion.

Score: 17

Julia Harding MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2019-2023 01 April 2018

Dense and fruity with lots of sliced-melon and -lemon character. Full-bodied and flavorful. Beautiful lemon-curd and cooked-apple undertones.

Score: 91 - 92

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 06 April 2017