Since 1997, the Vignobles Gonfrier have developed their grape-buying activity, purchasing grapes from some forty partner winegrowers, in accordance with our production specifications and overseen by our technical staff. The resulting wines are vinified and aged by our own œnologists at our Chais de Rions site. The old medieval town of Rions, with its Grand Bern “island”, was fortified as early as 1253. The marquis enjoyed a military command over the surrounding county. The history of our region is full of epic tales of these local lords, who greatly contributed to the development of Bordeaux wines. This wine pays them tribute.
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A.O.C. : Bordeaux dry white
Vineyard surface area : 10 hectares
Terroir : Clayey-limestone slopes and gravelly plateau of the Entre-deux-Mers region
Grape varieties : 70% Sauvignon, 30% Sémillon
Average vine age : 20 years
Viticulture : The grapes are grown on partner properties, where we participate in caring for the vines and overseeing the vineyards’ health all year long.
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The wines are made from grapes grown on vineyards certified as High Environmental Value (HVE3), and we are committed to a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) approach, certified by Ecovadis.
Vinification : The vine plots are harvested according to their aromatic potential, determined by tasting the grapes. The grapes are destemmed and delicately pressed under inert gas. After racking of the must, alcoholic fermentation occurs at a controlled temperature (18° C) so as to produce fresh aromatic wines.
Ageing : In stainless-steel tanks, on fine lees.
Tasting notes :Pale yellow with greenish hues. The very fruity nose expresses aromas of citrus fruit and peach. A fresh aromatic white wine to enjoy with fish and seafood, fine charcuterie and hard cheeses. It can also be served as an apéritif.
Medals & Awards :
2021 Vintage
2022 Vintage
2023 Vintage
