Château Olivier 2023 white

Open, fragrant, passion fruit, lychee, citrus notes; fresh, juicy, elegant, crisp fruit, saline finish.

A solid dry white that takes time to coax its lemon peel and wet stone aromas. The smooth and crisp palate also reveals some passion fruit and even rambutan, reflecting the heat wave. The medium finish is marked by yellow kiwi and salinity.

Pale yellow-green, silver reflections. Delicate bouquet, a hint of yellow tropical fruit, a floral touch. Slender, a touch of green apple, fresh structure, lime on the finish, a stimulating aperitif wine.

Restrained bouquet with lemongrass, grapefruit zest, and white pepper. On the juicy palate, ripe extract, supportive acidity, and a slender body. Aromatic finish with citrus and anise.

This is super tasty, with oyster shell and citrus tension, salt scrape, edges of preserved lemons and nectarine pit, an opulent edge that is more pronounced than during En Primeur, well balanced and hard to argue with. Winemaker and director Laurent Lebrun. 34hl/h yield, 35% new oak for ageing, 8ha of vines for the white.

Score: 92–94. On the nose, a delicate, refined freshness evoking a spring meadow, small white flowers and gentle citrus, with a savory, mineral edge. The palate, all grace and elegance, is lifted by a tender yet taut texture, highly mouthwatering, echoing the minerality found on the nose.

The wine's bitter orange aroma and crisp citrus and spice flavors are balanced. It is finely textured, hinting at its tight, young structure with a fine juicy aftertaste. Drink the wine from this estate's moated castle, woods and vineyard, from 2026.

Even better in the bottle than it was during the aging process, this is crisp, juicy, and fresh. The citrus is a blend of vibrant, yellow fruits and green apples with a delicate touch of orange rind on the nose and on the palate from start to finish. This is going to be delicious to enjoy on release, and it can age for a decade or more as well. The wine blends 80% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Semillon. Drink from 2025-2035.

Lovely notes of yuzu, tarragon and salted butter stream through, with a fleur de sel accent leading to the fresh, slaking finish. Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. Drink now through 2028. 2,500 cases made, 250 cases imported.

Pale colour with green highlights. An intense, refined nose, fruity, pure and subtle. A hint of lemon. Precise on the attack, very aromatic through the mid-palate, with a slight Sauvignon-like character on the palate; the wine caresses the palate and melts away. The finish is long, fairly taut and sapid.