Les Griffons
de Pichon Baron
Grand Vin Blanc Sec
- 2023
- 2022
Les Griffons de Pichon Baron Grand Vin Blanc Sec comes from a specific terroir in the vineyard of Château Pichon Baron, where cool gravelly soil on a limestone bedrock imparts great acidity, minerality and profound character. We sourced the Semillon vines from a massal selection of Château Suduiraut. Rich and with its fine aromatic expression, this wine reflects its terroir with a marked limestone flavour.
Vintage conditions
- A dry, mild autumn was followed by a cold, wet winter.
- Very abundant rainfall replenished the soil's water resources. With 456 mm, there was 30% more rainfall than in 2022.
- Budburst started in early April, with frost on 5th April causing little damage.
- Spring was generally dry and warm. Flowering took place in very good weather conditions.
- Tropical weather at the start of July was followed by a dry, hot end to the month, with no heat waves.
- Early August was cool and cloudy with very welcome rain helping to keep a high level of acidity in the grapes.
- Ripening proceeded well in warm weather conditions.Harvest
- Manual harvest in crates on September 11th.
Tasting note
The brilliant appearance reveals a golden yellow colour with green highlights. The nose opens with aromas of citrus, such as lime and grapefruit, then evolves toward notes of white fruits, enhanced by a delicate floral touch and subtly integrated vanilla oak.
The attack is both round and fresh, leading to an unctuous palate marked by flavours of pear and citrus, supported by a fine minerality. The finish, true to its clay-limestone terroir, stands out for its slightly phenolic texture, floral nuances, hints of aromatic herbs, and a delicate saline thread with touches reminiscent of chlorophyll.
This cuvée beautifully illustrates the balance between the richness brought by Sémillon and the mineral freshness of the terroir. Both generous and refreshing, this wine can be enjoyed now and offers excellent ageing potential in the years to come.
Pierre Montégut - Technical Director - March 2026
Bottling date: May 6th 2024Vinification
- Gentle and slow pressing in a pneumatic press for 2 hours and a half.
- Light cold settling at 10°C.
- Fermentation in barrels.Blend
Sémillon 100%
Ageing
In old barrels for 9 months, on fine lees with stirring on request.
