Alto de Cantenac Brown - Bordeaux 2023

Alto de Cantenac Brown - Bordeaux 2023

AltO de Cantenac Brown, a white wine for Gastronomical table

Cantenac Brown's emblem is its spectacular Tudor-style château. It is a testament to the Scottish origins of its founder, John-Lewis Brown. The 60 hectares of vines surrounding it are spread over the prestigious plateaus of Margaux and Cantenac.

In 2011, the family expands with the addition of a new white wine, AltO de Cantenac Brown. Their terroir made of clay and calcareous soil is cool enough to produce a fine white wine. The white vines cover 1.80 hectares and are planted with Sauvignon blanc (90%) and Semillon (10%) for a production of only 7,000 to 8,000 bottles a year.

AltO de Cantenac Brown is a wine of nice minerality, beautiful aromas, and a wine for Gastronomical table. Elegant and delicate, AltO pays hommage to the art of music, while at the same time complimenting the entire Cantenac Brown gamut of wines. A perfect addition !

The 2023 vintage: 

Watch the presentation video of this vintage:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ecG-JCy5JM

Climatic conditions: 

2023 was a globally warm year, with light humidity and some cold periods. The season started off hot and slightly humid with
rain in late June. The team was out in force daily for green pruning and protecting the vineyard against mildew. A warmer period proceeded, with some localized thunderstorms, requiring strict management of each plot, each row, each plant.

Tasting notes: 

Mineral, fresh and vibrant, AltO 2023 shines bright. Its attractive bright fresh color catches the eye and awakens the senses with curiosity. The subtle aromas of white flowers, enhanced by a hint of citrus, reveal a seductive freshness on the nose. On the palate, this seduction has a captivating minerality finishing with great finesse.