Chateau Carbonnieux - Pessac Leognan White 2021

Grape

65% Sauvignon Blanc & 35% Semillon.

Tasting notes

The bouquet is subtly spiced, with delicate hints of muscat weaving through layers of citrus fruit. On the palate, it shows medium body and an expressive, spicy entry that quickly broadens into a wine of good weight and depth. A long, saline finish lingers, giving persistence and freshness. Overall, this is another excellent example of a dry white Bordeaux, combining vibrancy with structure and elegance.

More About The Winery

Château Carbonnieux – A Historic Grand Cru Classé of Graves

Founded in the 13th century by Benedictine monks, Château Carbonnieux is one of the oldest and most storied estates in Bordeaux. Located in the heart of Pessac-Léognan, the château is celebrated for both its red and white wines, a rare distinction recognized by its inclusion as a Grand Cru Classé de Graves in 1959 for both colors.

The estate spans nearly 170 hectares of gravel and limestone soils, ideally suited to cultivating Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. Over centuries, Carbonnieux has become synonymous with finesse and balance, offering whites of crystalline freshness and vibrant minerality alongside reds of depth and elegance.

The château is currently owned and managed by the Perrin family, who have preserved its historical legacy while embracing modern winemaking techniques. Their focus on precision, sustainability, and terroir expression ensures that Carbonnieux remains a benchmark for classic, age-worthy Bordeaux wines.

Château Carbonnieux’s white wines are particularly renowned for their purity, energy, and long saline finishes, often cited as among the finest dry whites of Bordeaux. Its reds, meanwhile, offer supple tannins, aromatic complexity, and remarkable longevity.