Pessac-Léognan AOC Blanc 2019 Château La Mission Haut-Brion

The vines from which this Pessac-Léognan Blanc from Château La Mission Haut-Brion originates are planted on gravelly soils, known as "graves", renowned for the unique characteristics of the resulting wines, which add to the effects of clayey, sandy and calcareous subsoils with which they combine.

The harvest takes place from the end of August to the beginning of September. Each vat is worked with the utmost care, then refinement takes place in partially new oak barrels which contribute to developing its complexity and structure.

The wine has a beautiful pale straw color, with greenish reflections. At the beginning, the bouquet is dominated by medium-ripe white-fleshed fruit with hints of lime. In the mouth it is large and full-bodied, supported by a discreet but sustained vein of freshness present until the final phases.

It is a wine that pairs beautifully with white meats, fish and shellfish. Try it with a Catalan lobster.