Exceptional white Bordeaux wines 2024

Exceptional Dry White Wines 96-100/100

96/100 – Dry White Wines

2024 Château Haut-Brion Blanc, Pessac-Léognan – Grand Cru Classé de Graves     96/100

43.9 % Sauvignon Blanc 56.1% Sémillon

This wine presents an exquisite balance of freshness and complexity, showcasing a crystalline brilliance in its pale straw robe with delicate green reflections. On the nose, it exudes youthful expressiveness with moderate intensity, unfolding layers of minerality, soft sweet oak, and a captivating blend of aromatic mint, dried herbs, white flowers, and toasted almonds. The palate is equally refined, offering a rich mineral backbone complemented by fresh spring flowers and a subtle touch of oak that lends structure while maintaining an elegant softness. With a polished harmony and superior typicity, this wine stands as a testament to craftsmanship, delivering a sophisticated and nuanced experience that lingers with graceful finesse.

 2024 Château La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc, Pessac-Léognan     96/100

41% Sauvignon Blanc 59% Sémillon

This wine embodies the hallmark elegance and complexity of Pessac-Léognan, revealing a crystalline brilliance in its pale yellow robe, accented by green hues and silver reflections. The nose is fresh yet refined, bursting with intensity—bright Meyer lemon and ripe grapefruit intertwine with a sophisticated mineral depth and delicate wisps of well-groomed oak. On the palate, the wine unfolds with layered complexity, seamlessly blending fresh aromatic herbs, crisp citrus fruit, subtle hints of white flowers, and a lively zesting of lime. Its superb typicity and rich yet refreshing structure culminate in a mouth-watering acidity, delivering an impeccably balanced and truly classic expression of the region. A wine of distinction and vibrancy, promising both elegance and longevity.

 2024 Château Suduiraut, Blanc “Vieilles Vignes”, Bordeaux     96/100

44% Sauvignon Blanc 56% Sémillon

This wine dazzles from the first glance with its crystalline, pale yellow robe accented by silver reflections. The nose is youthful and inviting, an intricate fusion of dried aromatic herbs, honeydew melon, and fresh green grapes, elegantly complemented by the depth of well-toasted, tight-grain oak. On the palate, it bursts forth with vibrant aromatics, leading with orange zest and white peaches, interwoven with delicate hints of peony. The interplay of balanced oak and bright fruit flavors creates a complexity that unfolds gracefully, culminating in an exceptionally long finish. Overall, it achieves remarkable typicity, seamlessly marrying richness with refreshing acidity, resulting in an expressive and refined tasting experience.

2024 Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux, Bordeaux     96/100

100% Sauvignon Blanc

Radiating crystalline brilliance, this Pavillon Blanc presents an intense yellow robe with delicate green reflections, exuding purity and luminosity. The nose is both fresh and generous, offering a sophisticated interplay of Comice pear and young white peach, lifted by vibrant notes of lemon and tangerine zest. Crushed dried herbs add complexity, while the presence of spicy high-toast oak is finely balanced, enhancing the aromatic depth without overpowering. On the palate, it unfolds with youthful energy and layered opulence—white fruit nuances elegantly enveloped in rich saline minerality. The finish is long and harmonious, where supple silken tannins meet a refined oak influence, ensuring both structure and grace. Not a typical white Bordeaux, this exceptional Pavillon Blanc is a true classic-rich, powerful, aromatic, and remarkably refreshing.

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2024 Château Suduiraut, Preignac, Sauternes – Premier Cru Classé     96/100

100% Sémillon

This wine presents itself with a stunning golden-yellow robe, brilliantly intense and full of life. The nose is an elegant display of charming freshness, weaving jasmine, ripe white peaches, and young apricots into a refined aromatic profile. A delicate touch of wet spring grass adds a natural vibrancy, while the well-balanced integration of tight-grained, medium-toast oak enhances the complexity. On the palate, it bursts forth with youthful energy, delivering opulent fruitiness accented by hints of green fig. The overall experience is one of remarkable typicity, where refined plushness meets impeccable balance. Its rich, expansive character suggests a long, rewarding evolution, promising an indulgent and memorable journey over time.