Lot 291 | 2021 Bordeaux Sauvignon Blanc 750ml

I visited this little 14-hectare, rolling hillside vineyard back in February. Typical of France, the vigneron was 6th generation manager of the property. I loved the wine straight from the tank, crisp, citrusy, complex and delicious to drink now - a perfect Spring/Summer White. And, while 2021 wasn't as nice to the red varietals, its was particularly good for Entre-Deaux-Mer  whites varietals providing excellent freshness and acidity. Usually scoring in the 88- to 89-point range under its Chateau label (which is the range to buy when you are looking for near-term drinkers), Lot 291 is a steal at $13/bottle. The vines are all over 25-years old and planted in silty, pebbly soils with a little bit of clay that helps with water retention. To preserve freshness, the wine is vinified in all stainless steel and then aged on its lees for about 2-months to push the fruit while adding suppleness and smoothness to the mid-palate. Simple method, complex wine. The bouquet is lovely and intense wit