2017 La Louviere Blanc
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The 2017 La Louvière Blanc is a white of real character. Tangerine peel, apricot, crushed rocks and slate are some of the many notes that abound in a white endowed with notable cut and vibrancy. More than that, the 2017 speaks with tons of personality.
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The 2017 Chateau La Louviere Blanc is also solid and well worth drinking. Notes of ripe pineapple, citrus, and honeyed flowers all give way to a medium-bodied, soft, supple white that’s nicely balanced and already drinking nicely. Enjoy it over the coming 3-5 years.
The 2017 La Louvière Blanc has a reserved bouquet at first, one that requires encouragement from the glass, eventually revealing light orange blossom and lemon zest notes. The palate is well balanced with crisp acidity, quite sharp but with persistent length and a residual spiciness that lingers in the mouth. I suspect this will have more to give once in bottle.
The 2017 La Louvière Blanc is wonderfully textured and nuanced. White orchard fruit, smoke and apple notes abound in this layered, nuanced Blanc. There is so much to enjoy and appreciate, not the least of which is the wine's personality.
About the producer
Wine has been made at this estate since the 1300s, but its modern history begins when the Lurton family purchased it in 1965. The property was in disrepair, but the Lurtons have restored the château, winery and vineyards.