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Clos Puy Arnaud Silt 2023

Description

The 2023 SILT is the first ever white wine produced by Clos Puy Arnaud. Citrus and lemongrass notes typical of a 100% Sauvignon Blanc, however also shows green fruits and florals to help add body to the wine. Pair with goats cheese, shellfish, roasted poultry or bright salads.

Plots on silty clays of faluns (rocks composed of shell debris) in Ostrea, in organic farming (AB) since 2018. Average age of the vines: 30 years.

Aged for 6 months on lees, 2/3 in jars and 1/3 in barrels.

"A very crisp and vivid sauvignon with lemon pith, sliced pears and white flowers on offer. Medium-bodied with juicy acidity and saline undertones."
91-92 points.
James Suckling, jamessuckling.com (April 2024)

Clos Puy Arnaud Silt 2023

£33.00
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Taste Profile

Dry
Sweet
Light
Complex
Fresh
Oaked

Aromas + Flavours

Grapefruit

Lemon Zest

Pear

Pairing Suggestions

Lobster and Shellfish

Goats cheese

Caprese Salad

More Information

Attributes

  • Type: White Wine

  • Style: Dry and Crisp White

  • Country: France

  • Region: Bordeaux

  • Blend: Sauvignon Blanc

  • Vintage: 2023

  • ABV: 13%

  • Size: 75cl

  • Farming: Sustainable

  • Winemaking: Traditional

Clos Puy Arnaud

Alexandre Valette, Thierry’s great-grandfather, developed “Les Établissements Valette” during the first half of the 20th century. This company created in 1870 farms vines in Rochecorbon-Vouvray while being a grower/merchant for Fine Wines in the Paris suburb in Saint-Ouen.
From 1937, Alexandre invested in wine estates in Languedoc and in Bordeaux (acquisition of Château Troplong Mondot and Pavie). Thierry was a co-shareholder for the Pavie branch from 1979 to 1998 under the direction of his cousin, Jean-Paul Valette, who managed the Cru while playing a leading role as ambassador of Saint-Emilion’s 1st Crus abroad. Thierry worked as co-owner alongside his grandmother, Violette Valette, before purchasing Clos Puy Arnaud in 2000, 2 years after Château Pavie’s cession.

Bordeaux

Bordeaux, one of the most prestigious wine regions in the world, is located in southwestern France and is celebrated for its exceptional wines. It benefits from a temperate maritime climate, influenced by the nearby Atlantic Ocean, providing ideal conditions for viticulture. It is particularly renowned for its red wines, primarily blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, offering rich, complex flavours and excellent ageing potential. Notable sub-regions include Médoc, Saint-Émilion, and Pomerol. Bordeaux also produces exquisite white wines, both dry, from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, and sweet, from the Sauternes and Barsac areas. The region's unique terroir, combined with centuries-old winemaking traditions, results in wines of unparalleled quality and distinction. Bordeaux remains a must-visit destination for wine enthusiasts seeking world-class wines and a rich viticultural heritage.

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