2021 La Garde Blanc
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The 2021 La Garde Blanc is 100% Sauvignon Blanc from blocks on limestone. It offers lovely creaminess and textural resonance from start to finish. Ripe apricot, jasmine, slate and mint build effortlessly. The 2021 offers a captivating mix of freshness and mid-palate pliancy that is so appealing. This really blossoms on the finish.
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Neal Martin
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2021 La Garde Blanc was picked September 6–21, the fruit cooled before transferring into barrels of various sizes, with 8 months aging on the lees. It has a straightforward but pleasant bouquet of lime flower, grapefruit and a touch of orange pith. The palate is well balanced, taut and fresh, with fine acidity, the 15% new oak a discreet guiding hand. Good weight and length, and the terroir comes through nicely.