Clos FloridneGravesPujols sur Ciron1982DenisFlorence Dubourdieu

Pujols sur Ciron(Barsac)Barsac503.1Illats

Graves Blanc A.O.C.

44 % Smillon,56 % Sauvignon

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Clos Floridne vineyard, in Pujols sur Ciron, located in the Graves region, has been slowly developed since 1982 by Denis and Florence Dubourdieu, thanks to the successive purchases of plots located in the best terroirs. The name of the estate is derived from the two founders’ first names.

From a geological standpoint, the soil of Pujols sur Ciron where most of the vineyard is situated is much like the one of Barsac. A thin layer of red clayey sands, rich in iron oxide, and known as “Barsac red sands”, tops the limestone bed rock. This limits the roots depth of the vine to about 50cm. The water that got stored within the slightly porous rock throughout the summer is progressively dispensed to the vine during the winter, thus preventing excessive water stress. A small portion of the vineyard (3.1 hectares), on the commune of Illats, is planted on a graveled and clayey rump.

Appellation:
Graves Blanc A.O.C.

Country of Origin:
Bordeaux, France

Type:
White/Blanc (Still)

Grape Varieties:
44 % Smillon, 56 % Sauvignon

Vinification:
Hand-harvesting is performed in general in one time and if it’s required in 2 selective pickings of golden grapes with an aromatic optimum stage. After an eventual phase of skin contact, a slow juice extraction is performed, protected from the oxidation process. Free run must is strictly separated from press must and their clarification undergoes by natural settling. Fermentation takes place in barrels renewed by quarter.

Ageing:
Ageing lasts 8 months with lees regularly stirred.

Tasting Notes:
Clos Floridne Blanc has the particularities of white wines produced on great calcareous soils: green-gold color, intense aroma with fruity notes of white peach, lemon, grapefruit, toasted and grilled nuances.
Medium-bodied, the palate delivers mouth-filling zestiness with a racy line and apple-laced finish.
Powerful and fresh flavors of fruit at its best, with the density and structure of a great white wine.
Ageing potential of at least 10 years.