Pavillon Blanc other_regions a blend of 80% Roussanne

a blend of 80% Roussanne and 20% white Grenache fermented 80% in tank and 20% in barrel

elegant and fresh nose blends notes of red and dark cherry with those of cassis

brawn and old-style classicism

this is another wine that will require long-term ageing

sweet and rounded

Pavillon Blanc other_regions a blend of 80% RoussanneThe 2014 Pavillon Blanc de Chteau Margaux is just a bit anonymous on the nose, despite encouragement. The palate is sharp on the entry, very edgy and sharp, verging on sour lemon mixed with lime and peach towards the finish. This is one of the few Bordeaux dry whites that improved with aeration and I ended up giving a higher score. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting. Neal Martin