Grand Bateau Blanc Bordeaux AOC 2020 Argentina

Grand Bateau Blanc Bordeaux AOC 2020 ArgentinaWinery Background and History Grand Bateau is a collaborative project between Maison Barrire and Chteau Beychevelle, a renowned Fourth Growth estate in the 1855 Bordeaux classification. The labels emblem, a majestic galley ship, pays homage to the estates historical ties to the Duc dpernon, Admiral of France in the 16th century. The name Beychevelle is derived from Baisse Vaille, meaning lower sails, a command given as ships passed the Admirals

The vineyards of Chêne Bleu are situated at an elevation of approximately 550 meters above sea level

Bruno and his brother Philippe established their own domains

The wine is then aged on its fine lees for several months

• James Suckling: 98/100

aiding in the ripening process of the Chardonnay grapes

This careful aging process aims to integrate the oak influence while preserving the wine’s inherent elegance and freshness

emphasizing minimal intervention to produce wines that authentically express the terroir of each vineyard site

the estate was acquired by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)

while “Pez” denotes the local village where the château is located

Full body and a firm and tight center palate

Château Baret is a historic estate located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation of Bordeaux

situated at elevations between 230 and 345 meters