Mary Taylor Bordeaux Blanc, Bordeaux, France 2023

Mary Taylor Bordeaux Blanc, Bordeaux, France 2023

Mary Taylor works with small growers across Europe to showcase regional authenticity. This Bordeaux Blanc comes from Jean Marc Barthez, president of the Monségur cooperative, who farms vineyards in Entre-Deux-Mers. Fermented without oak, the wine highlights the purity of Sauvignon Blanc shaped by Bordeaux’s gravel-rich soils and accented with a small touch of Sémillon.

• WINEMAKER: Jean Marc Barthez.

• FARMING: Sustainable cooperative viticulture in Entre-Deux-Mers.

• VARIETY: 95% Sauvignon Blanc, 5% Sémillon.

• TERROIR: Entre-Deux-Mers, Bordeaux. Gravel-rich soils between the Garonne and Dordogne rivers, ideal for crisp, mineral-driven whites.

• VINIFICATION: Fermented in stainless steel with no oak influence to preserve freshness and terroir expression.

• AGING: Stainless steel; bottled young to retain vibrancy.

• TASTING NOTES: Bright and racy with gooseberry, lime, guava, melon, and fresh herbs. The Sémillon lends subtle texture and depth. Light to mid-weight with vibrant acidity, citrus-driven energy, and a clean, mineral finish. Alcohol: 11.5%.

• FOOD PAIRINGS: Oysters, pan-seared trout, broiled lobster, shellfish platters, and goat cheese salads.

• SCORES: 90 pts, Wine Align (David Lawrason): “Very well balanced, lively and crisp… a very fine example at an excellent price."