Château Carbonnieux blanc - Pessac-Léognan 2019

Wine Advocate

89-91 / 100

par Lisa Perrotti-Brown le 15/07/2020

Composed of 65% Sauvignon Blanc and 35% Semillon, the 2019 Blanc was harvested from the 29th of August to the 18th of September. Yields were 42 hectoliters per hectare this year. The alcohol came in at 13% with a pH of 3.1. It is aging in French oak barrels, 25% new, with lees stirring for an anticipated 10 months. The nose displays delicate scents of pear tart, fresh yellow apples and honey-drizzled peaches with hints of lemongrass and dill seed. Medium-bodied, the palate is elegantly played with invigorating freshness supporting the stone fruit and citrus flavors, finishing zesty.

WeinWisser

17 / 20

le 07/07/2020

Bettane & Desseauve

90 / 100

par Bettane & Desseauve le 03/07/2020

15

Vinous

90-92 / 100

par Antonio Galloni le 18/06/2020

The 2019 Carbonnieux Blanc is distinctive and classy. Crushed rocks, lemon peel, flowers and white pepper all give the 2019 a good deal of aromatic lift. A touch of reduction adds character while allowing the wine's natural depth and structure to come through nicely. Hints of slate, pear and mint linger nicely.

Jeb DUNNUCK

90-92 / 100

par Jeb Dunnuck le 18/06/2020

Plenty of honeyed peach and nectarine notes emerge from the 2019 Château Carbonnieux Blanc. This nicely textured, medium-bodied white has good concentration, well-integrated acidity, and a clean, balanced style that's going to drink nicely out of the gate.

Vinous

91-93 / 100

par Neal Martin le 16/06/2020

The 2019 Carbonnieux Blanc was picked from 29 August to 18 September at 42hl/ha and aged in 25% new oak. It has an intense bouquet with lime zest, peach skin and beeswax scents, nicely focused with good attack. The palate is very well balanced with lovely pineapple and orange pith notes on the entry. Very cohesive with a tangy and vigorous finish. Excellent.

The Wine Cellar Insider

92-92 / 100

par Jeff Leve le 10/06/2020

Crisp yellow citrus combined with hints of sweet orange and mango on the nose and palate are a perfect match for all that racy acidity found here. 92 Pts

Jamessuckling.com

93-94 / 100

par James Suckling le 04/06/2020

A dense, tight red with creamy texture and dried-pear and apple character. It's full-bodied, focused and intense. Serious effort. One of the best whites from here.