ARTEVINO
Château Le Juge Sweet white 2018
Château Le Juge (17th century) owes its name to a judge who lived there after the Revolution. Today, it is the 6th generation of winegrowers who run the family property.
Specifications
Contains sulphites.
Presentation
Terroir
Clay, sand and gravel.
In the vineyard
The grapes are harvested by hand by 5 successive sorts.
Winemaking
Gravity filling of the press and pneumatic pressing (avoids oxidation and promotes aromatic expression), slow fermentation in low-capacity stainless steel tanks.
Ageing
50% of the wine is aged in stainless steel vats for 18 to 24 months, allowing the freshness and aromatic intensity of this terroir to be preserved. 50% of the wine is aged in one-year-old oak barrels to increase volume on the palate.
Varietals
Sémillon : 70%
Sauvignon : 20%
Muscadelle : 10%
Sauvignon : 20%
Muscadelle : 10%
Specifications
: Contains sulphites.
Advice
Ageing potential
10 to 15 years, Over 15 years
Tasting
This wine has all the lively qualities of the 2018 vintage. Nose of hawthorn aromas enhanced by candied notes of caramelized apple. Gingerbread and honey bring a smoothness to the mouth. Elegant wine.
Food pairings
Serve at 10/12°C with foie gras, cheeses such as Roquefort, or simply as an aperitif wine.
