Terroir Predominantly clay-limestone soil, ideal for all white grape varieties. Limestone gives the wine a mineral freshness, while clay soil brings out the fruit and the typical Sauvignon flavours.

2016 Vintage Very mild weather in winter and spring was followed by a relatively dry summer. Rain in early September enabled the grapes to reach perfect maturity and the harvest took place in ideal conditions. In addition, the presence in the vineyards and the expertise of Baron Philippe de Rothschild’s winemakers helped to get the best out of the conditions and ensure a fine vintage, with the cool terroirs of the Bordeaux region producing aromatic and very fresh white wines.

Vinification Mouton Cadet Blanc is made from rigorously selected grapes grown by our partner wine-growers in the Entre-Deux-Mers, the best area for white grape varieties in the Bordeaux region. Baron Philippe de Rothschild's winemakers monitor the selected parcels throughout the vegetation cycle, advising the growers on vineyard practices in order to meet the exacting quality standards of Mouton Cadet.

Maturing In vats on fine lees for six months with regular stirring.

Varietal Mix Sauvignon Blanc: 70% Fresh, fruity and floral aromas. Sémillon: 28% Structure and roundness. Muscadelle: 2% Distinctive aromatic character.

Colour Glittering golden yellow.

Nose The nose displays perfect balance between fresh fruit and acidulated notes such as lemon.

Palate A round and fresh attack with an initial touch of lemon is followed by boxwood and grapefruit flavours which linger on a fresh finish of considerable refinement. 12% ABV

Menu Suggestions Scallops with citrus fruit, oysters, seafood linguine. Serving temperature: 10 - 11° C