Vins Blanc P71. Aile d’Argent Blanc, Bordeaux “Composed of 52% Sauvignon Blanc, 14% Sauvignon Gris and 34% Sémillon, the 2020 Aile d’Argent has no Muscadelle this year, no skin contact and no malolactic. It sails out of the glass with fabulously flamboyant notes of fresh pineapple, nectarines and jasmine, plus suggestions of key lime pie, passion fruit and orange zest. The medium to full-bodied palate delivers opulent tropical and citrus fruit layers, supported by plenty of freshness and a decadent touch of oiliness to the texture, finishing long and impactful. So hard to resist even at this nascent stage, I can’t wait to see how this is going to age! Drink Date: 2023 - 2035.” 93-95 pts, Wine Advocate 465696 4 bottle limit $200 P72. Blanc de Chasse-Spleen, Bordeaux This is a rare opportunity to try Chasse-Spleen Blanc. Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle give this wine exotic floral, sweet herbal and beeswax notes. Aging in oak brings added depth and complexity. 419617 $55 P73. Blanc de Lynch-Bages, Bordeaux “Really fresh and vivid with sliced grapefruit, lemon, green apple and white peach. Apricot, too. Medium to full body with phenolic texture and a long, vivid finish. 70% sauvignon, 20% semillon and 10% muscadelle. Drink or hold.” 95 pts, James Suckling 465699 4 bottle limit $90 P74. Domaine de Chevalier Blanc, Pessac-Léognan 4 bottle limit “Another terrific vintage for this wine, the 2020 Domaine de Chevalier Blanc unwinds in the glass with aromas of nectarine, pear, nutmeg, passionflower and hazelnuts. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and seamless, with racy acids and a bright, pure profile, it nips at the heels of the brilliant and somewhat racier, more refined 2019. Drink Date: 2025 - 2045.” 95 pts, Wine Advocate 357635 4 bottle limit $225
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