Description
THE STORY OF OUR SECOND WINE « LE COLOMBIER » --
“Le Colombier de Brown” refers to a beautiful stone dovecote set in the grounds facing the house – a sign of wealth back in feudal times. This “Colombier” (“dovecote” in english) was built in the eighteenth and its presence is the witness of the age and quality of the Château Brown vineyard. We have given this name to our second wine in memory of this prestigious past.
THE LITTLE BROTHER OF CHATEAU BROWN --
The second wine is the reflection of Brown terroir and enjoys the same lavish care as the Grand Vin. The plots of vines are selected to make a fruitier, lighter, easy-drinking wine made to be enjoyed younger. Elegant and well structured, it can be enjoyed right away.
Color
Bright yellow appearance.
Grape Varieties
| Grape |
% |
|
Semillon
|
84
|
|
Sauvignon Blanc
|
16
|
Aroma
Complex aromas of citrus zest, Williams pear, sweet vanilla and a fresh spiced note of cardamom.
Taste
The finish demonstrates the lovely ripeness of this vintage, offering well-blended oaky aromas and a surprisingly refreshing finish.
Cellaring Potential
5 - 10 years.
Food Matching
Cooked fish, thanks to its very sweet, powerful and fleshy mouthfeel.
Vinification
Harvest period: From 8th to 26th of September 2016.
Bottling date: 31th of August 2017.
Harvesting: 100% manual, with sorting in the vineyard and transportation in small cases to avoid any risk of oxidation.
Vinification : Light pressing for the grapes, in inert conditions (horizontal pneumatic press). Cold must settling (8°C) in small regulated stainless steel vats. Alcoholic fermentation at 16.5° in barrels (used once previously)
Aging
Over fine lees, with stirring (twice weekly), during 8 months. French oak barrels with mild toast.