Vignobles gonfrier

  • Odyssea

Odyssea

Bordeaux Blanc Sec

Odyssea is a signature of Vignobles Gonfrier. Odyssea wines are the reflection of an ancient viticultural savoir-faire, with simple and precise practices, entirely vinified in oak barrels. Odyssea wines are racy, with a long aging potential.

Our philosophy is guided by the search for excellence. 

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A.O.C. : Bordeaux Blanc sec


District : Langoiran


Vineyard surface area : 5 hectares


Terroir : Clayey-gravelly slopes


 Grape varieties90% Sémillon, 10% Sauvignon Blanc


Average vine age : 35 years


Viticulture : Traditional Bordeaux-style vine training, with two canes and a flat arch. Controlled grassing-down of the vine rows and mechanical working of the soil, to improve the soils’ vitality and biodiversity. Manual “green harvesting”, for a homogeneous distribution and proper aeration of the grape bunches.

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The entire vineyard is managed using sustainable viticulture, certified as HVE3 (High Environmental Value), and we are committed to a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) approach certified by Ecovadis.


Vinification : The grapes are harvested at their maximum aromatic potentialMaceration of the berries under inert gas to capture the best of the grape skins, then delicate and fragmented pressing. Clarification of the must, then entonnage in 225L and 300L French barrels. Regular stirring of the lees during the alcoholic fermentation in barrels.


Ageing : On the lees in French oak barrels for 8 months with interval stirring.


Tasting notes

With a brilliant hue and golden reflections, Odyssea, Bordeaux Blanc reveals floral notes, candied citrus fruits, pineapple, and hints of almonds. Finely balanced and complex, the candid and suave Palate underlines a beautiful minerality.

Ideal to taste with grilled fish, white meat or goat cheese.


Medals & Awards

2021 Vintage 

  • James Suckling : 91 PTS
  • Jeb Dunnuck : 89 PTS
  • Wine Enthusiast : 88 PTS 

2022 Vintage 

  • Wine Enthusiast : 91 PTS 
  • James Suckling : 91 PTS