Domaine La Roche 2014, Pessac-Léognan AOC
€15.56 /L
A white wine of character, Domaine La Roche Pessac-Léognan 2014 combines finesse, aromatic richness and vibrant freshness. Twice awarded (gold at the 2015 Challenge International du Vin and silver at the 2015 Mâcon competition), this vintage reveals subtle notes of exotic fruits, white flowers and a delicate touch of oak. Ideal with fine fish, creamy poultry dishes or soft cheeses. A great cellaring white, expressive and full of finesse.
Description
From one of Bordeaux's most prestigious appellations, Domaine La Roche 2014 showcases the full potential of fine dry whites from Pessac-Léognan. This outstanding vintage impressed international judges, earning a gold medal at the 2015 Challenge International du Vin and a silver medal at the 2015 Mâcon Wine Competition.
This white is crafted from a classic blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, signature grapes of the region. Thanks to the domain’s expertise and partial oak ageing, it delivers a complex, balanced wine with refined mineral freshness.
Tasting Notes
- Color: Pale yellow with golden highlights, bright and limpid.
- Nose: Expressive and elegant, combining white flowers, citrus, exotic fruits and a light touch of oak.
- Palate: Lively on the attack, round texture, and a long, elegant finish with lemon and toasted notes.
Serving Temperature and Tasting Tips
- Serve between 10 and 12 °C (50–54 °F).
- Decant 15 to 20 minutes before serving for enhanced roundness.
- Drink now or cellar until 2026.
Food and Wine Pairings
- Delicate fish: sea bass, turbot, pan-seared sole with beurre blanc.
- Creamy poultry, veal blanquette, seafood risotto.
- Soft cheeses: Brie, Camembert, Chaource.
Perfect Occasions
- Ideal for gourmet lunches, elegant receptions or high-end aperitifs.
- Also perfect among connoisseurs sharing a refined dish.
Key Characteristics
- Name: Domaine La Roche
- Appellation: Pessac-Léognan
- Vintage: 2014
- Awards: Gold Medal – Challenge International du Vin 2015; Silver Medal – Mâcon Wine Competition 2015
- Grapes: Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon
- Volume: 75 cl
- Alcohol content: 13%
- Ageing: In stainless steel and partially in oak barrels
- Cellaring: Until 2026
- Origin: Pessac-Léognan – Bordeaux
Balance, terroir expression and masterful ageing make Domaine La Roche 2014 an exceptional white wine, worthy of the finest tables.
Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, in summer in moderation.Product Details
- Origin
- France
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites
- Capacity
- 75 cl
- Appellation
- Pessac-Léognan
- Color
- White
- Wine Region
- Bordeaux, France
- Vintage
- 2014
- Type of wine
- White wine
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