Château Ferrande Blanc [750ML]

Description

Looking for a Bordeaux white that showcases the elegance of Graves terroir with tropical complexity?

Château Ferrande Blanc represents exceptional value in premium Bordeaux whites, crafted from a sophisticated blend that includes the rare Sauvignon Gris varietal. This 90-hectare estate, owned by the Castel family since 1992, produces wines that rival expressions like our Château Les Songes Bordeaux, delivering authentic French winemaking at its finest.

**Technical Specifications:**
• Estate: Château Ferrande – Graves appellation, Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux member
• Region: Bordeaux, France – renowned for mineral-driven whites
• ABV: 12.5-13.0% – perfectly balanced for food pairing
• Volume: 750ml
• Blend: Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Sauvignon Gris from 6 hectares of sand, gravel, clay soils
• Tasting Notes: Vibrant citrus and white peach on the nose, with exotic mango and lychee. Crisp minerality leads to an elegant finish with saline notes and lemon zest
• Vinification: Hand-harvested, stainless steel fermentation, no malolactic conversion

Our wine specialists have found this expression particularly impressive for its mineral backbone and tropical fruit complexity – a combination rarely achieved in Bordeaux whites. The Sauvignon Gris adds distinctive minerality that sets it apart from standard blends.

Ideal for: Sophisticated dinner parties and wine appreciation evenings. Pairs with: Fresh seafood, grilled prawns, steamed fish with ginger, and creamy goat cheese. Recommended for: Wine enthusiasts who appreciate our premium spirit selections and aged expressions with similar complexity.