2023 Domaine Laffitte Sauvignon Blanc

Aromas of gooseberry, grapefruit zest, and boxwood lead into hints of passionfruit. The palate is light-bodied and crisp, showing straightforward flavors of lime juice and fresh lemongrass. Sharp, driving acidity runs straight through the middle, leading into a refreshing, mineral-tinged finish.

Made from fruit harvested during the cool night hours to prevent oxidation and maintain freshness. The grapes undergo a brief period of cold skin contact before pressing. Fermentation takes place entirely in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, and the wine rests on its fine lees for a few months before bottling without any oak contact.

Grapes are grown in the Côtes de Gascogne in southwest France. The estate vineyards sit on rolling hills characterized by sandy soils mixed with multi-colored clays, which help maintain soil moisture during hot summer days. Warm, sunny summers are balanced by cool night breezes from the Atlantic Ocean that help the grapes retain their high natural acidity.