Château de Costis Bordeaux Blanc
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Estate-grown vines in Saint Martial on clay and limestone soil with southern exposure for optimal ripeness.
- This is small-production, organically-farmed Bordeaux Blanc at a ridiculously low price!
Varietal Composition: 70% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Semillon
Elaboration: Vinified in Laurent’s cellar in Targon. Pneumatic pressing and maceration before fermentation. Low temperature fermentation (16°C) Aging on lees. 100 % stainless steel vats to preserve fruit character.
Tasting Notes: Powerful nose, with citrus aromas, typical for the sauvignon varietal. Well balanced on the palate with a lot of freshness.
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PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Château de Costis, part of Laurent Mazeau’s vineyard group, is a well-regarded, family-owned wine producer located in the Entre-deux-Mers region of Bordeaux, near Targon, France. The winery is known for producing affordable, high-quality, and sustainably farmed red and white wines.
The original estate was purchased in 1928 by Charles Mallet, who is Laurent Mazeau’s great-grandfather. In 1949, his granddaughter, Michelle, married René Mazeau and inherited the estate in 1950. René managed the vineyard until his retirement in 1985, during which time it thrived and became a model of technical and commercial success. After his retirement, the estate was passed down to their four sons, who established Vignobles Laurent Mazeau-Bergström.
Today, the estate spans over 100 hectares, combining tradition and innovation to produce high-quality wines.