Tasting - Côtes de Bordeaux by Chateau Haut Bertinerie (2019)

Name: Côtes de Bordeaux by Chateau Haut Bertinerie (2019)
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Bordeaux
Country: France
Price: $25

Wine Critic: “Excellent aromatics of elderflower, Sicilian lemons and a classy, barrel-fermentation creaminess. To taste it's deft, subtle and soft, with finely-defined fruits and a leesy texture playing against citrus acidity.” - Decanter Magazine (95 pts).

Wine Folly: From "Wine Folly: Magnum Edition: The Master Guide" by Madeline Puckette and Justin Hammack, it is noted on page 376 that Sauvignon Blanc (sow·vuhn·yown blaangk) grapes are highly acidic. This wine variety will pair well with herbaceous foods and as well as salty and umami foods in general.

My Thoughts: I went to Vintage Cellar for some free wine tastings! First impressions: I like this bottle. It was surprisingly dry in a nice way. It had a decent finish and I could smell some grapefruit and Asian melon aromas. Taste-wise, it is subtle and soft to the taste which contrasts with the high acidity. Fruity but not exactly fruit forward. Taste is well defined and structured (does that even make sense??). I think it is medium bodied and I can see myself buying this one for my personal collection.

I give this bottle 85/100.