Lacroix-Martillac White

Surface of production for red: 9 ha (total surface: 56 ha)
Nature of the soil : Clay-limestone soil on the eastern slopes of the property, offering good natural drainage with optimum exposure for our white grape varieties.
Grape varieties: 50% Sauvignon Blanc; 50% Sémillon
Pruning: Double Guyot system for the Sauvignon Blanc and Cordon system for the Sémillon
Density of planting: 7,200 feet/ha
Average age of the vineyard : 30 years
Vineyard management: Traditional sustainable farming methods, with mechanical soil maintenance. High Environmental Value Certification (HEV).
Green harvesting by hand: The work on the growing vines is carried out manually (pruning, excess buds, shoots and leaves removal).

he year was marked by very unstable weather at the start of the season, characterized by a hot and humid Spring, which resulted in a constant battle against mildew. Fortunately, the second half of the season was much better, allowing both the red and white grapes to reach perfect ripeness.

In general, Winter was mild, with the exception of a cool February. The bud break was at the beginning of April, much as in recent years. Spring was marked by two nights of frost – from April the 3rd to the 5th – with no damage to the vines thanks to our protective equipment.

Flowering took place between late May and early June, during a dry, warm period. High temperatures from the 15th of May onwards, combined with heavy rainfall in June (89 mm), led to extremely rapid vine growth. All the green harvesting had to be carried out in just two months instead of the usual three. The period from late July to early August was rather cool for the season, allowing the vines to slow down, and the grapes to change colour and ripen slowly.

Period of harvest
Sauvignon Blanc: August 28 to September 11
Semillon: September 4 to 12

Blending
50% Sauvignon blanc – 50% Sémillon

Tasting notes
Pale colour with light green reflections. The nose is expressive, with scents of citrus and white peach, with a hint of white flowers (hawthorn) and aok. Fresh and fruity, the palate reveals aromas of yellow-fleshed stone fruits (peach, apricot, mirabelle plum), complemented by a subtle touch of almond. The finish is fresh, long and persistant, marked by an elegant acidity and intense aromas of Corsican citron and pomelo peel.

Optimal Tasting
2024-2028

Service Température
Between 10°C / 50°F and 12°C / 53°F.