At the heart of Cérons, where the gravel soils catch the light like a discreet mirror, the Domaine du Salut 2023 - Blanc Sec - Graves AOC composes a clear, luminous score. Aurélia and Frédéric, committed winemakers making the switch to organic farming, craft a dry white that honors Bordeaux tradition while prioritizing respect for the living ecosystem. In organic conversion, the estate balances aromatic precision with terroir expression, delivering a wine both graceful and honest. This cuvée is aimed at those seeking in a Graves white a blend of freshness, fruit and harmonious flavour, unpretentious yet strikingly well-built. At the table, it pairs cleanly with delicate cuisine, revealing itself with poultry in a light sauce, subtly briny seafood notes or white meat wrapped in mustard. Its slender framework, rounded texture and savoury finish make it a reliable choice for sharing, impromptu dinners or specially chosen moments.

Assemblage et vinification

This Graves dry white fits squarely within the finest traditions of the appellation, supported by the natural agreement of three complementary grape varieties. The sauvignon blanc provides the wine’s backbone, with tension, citrus and fine herbaceous hints. The sémillon brings body and a measured creaminess, sometimes a whisper of honey that rounds the palate without weighing it down. The muscadelle adds delicate floral notes, veiling the blend with an airy aromatic layer. Care in the vineyard, meticulous harvesting and precise winemaking guide the creation of this cuvée to preserve fruit, clarity and terroir definition. The winemaker’s hand, humble and controlled, favours aromatic purity, a frank palate and a structure that blossoms at the table. The ambition is clear: offer a Graves white faithful to its origin, welcoming, nuanced and easily readable in its expression.

Notes de dégustation

• Robe : Pale gold with silver highlights, crystal clear, announcing vibrant freshness and a finely chiselled structure.
• Nez : Reserved then precise, it unfolds white flowers, orchard fruit and citrus, lifted by a touch of honey. Overall, it breathes accuracy and delicacy.
• Bouche : Soft, fruity attack, rounded mid-palate carried by a straight freshness. The finish extends into a light, noble bitterness, a sign of balance and length.

Température de service et conseils

Serve this Graves blanc sec at 12°C to reveal its aromatic range without freezing its texture. Opening the bottle a few minutes before service allows its floral and fruity profile to fully express itself. Store bottles upright for short periods or on their side for longer keeping, away from light, in a cool, stable environment. This cuvée benefits from tulip-shaped white wine glasses that concentrate the bouquet while respecting the wine's liveliness. Its drinking window unfolds between 2025 and 2027, when the union of fruit, freshness and tender texture reaches a pleasing balance.

Accords mets et vin

• Aperitifs: light fish rillettes, roasted almonds, airy gougères.
• Starters: sea bass ceviche, white asparagus with mild vinaigrette, dorade tartare with citrus.
• Main courses: chicken in white wine, crab-stuffed chicken, pork tenderloin with mustard, delicate fish in lemon butter, herb risotto.
• Cheeses: fresh goat cheese, light tomme, mild sheep’s cheese, to preserve the wine’s balance.
• Desserts: lightly sweetened lemon tart, citrus salad, grapefruit granita.

Moments de dégustation

This Graves dry white is the preferred companion for bright moments when the table becomes a stage for measured flavours and conversation. It arrives naturally and precisely:

• For an evening of sharing where a straightforward, clearly fruited white is sought to converse with seasonal cooking.
• During an intimate gourmet dinner where the wine’s rightness elevates poultry, shellfish and white meats with refined sauces.
• As a thoughtful gift for a Graves wine lover who appreciates precise, nuanced wines respectful of their terroir.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : Domaine du Salut 2023 - Blanc Sec - Graves AOC
• Appellation : Graves AOC, Cérons
• Type : Dry white wine
• Vintage : 2023
• Grape varieties : Sauvignon blanc, Sémillon, Muscadelle
• Alcohol by volume : Not disclosed
• Aging : Not disclosed
• Volume : Not disclosed
• Cellaring : Best enjoyed between 2025 and 2027
• Serving temperature : 12°C