Château Olivier Blanc is a classic white blend from Pessac-Léognan. The wine is a golden straw colour, not dissimilar to a young Sauternes. It has a classic Sauvignon Blanc nose of flint, gravel, clean-cut grass and copious amounts of citrus. There are some quaint notes of apricot and sweeter tropical fruits which undeniably come from Semillon.
It is medium-bodied, crisp, layered and elegant, there is also some sweetness of oak and peach touches, with gorgeous citrus blossom and honeysuckle notes on the excellent finish. Fermented in barrels and aged for 12 months on its lees, this is a super example of an old world Sauvignon/Semillon blend.
Château Olivier is in contention for one of the oldest properties in Bordeaux. Bordeaux wine historians believe the estate dates back as far as the 11th century. Some ancient remnants of the original buildings can be seen close to the east pavilion on the lower portions of the property. Those ancient beginnings are how Château Olivier is actually one of the few genuine castles in the Bordeaux region. There is even a moat and drawbridge as well.
Château Olivier Blanc, 2006 Pessac-Léognan Grand Cru Classé de Graves – 75cl
Size: 750ml