Château Martet White 2022 - Réserve de Famille

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Vinified by Louis Mitjavile

Château Martet Blanc "Réserve de Famille" is one of the most iconic white wines in the Bordeaux region, standing apart from the traditional dry white appellations. Produced under the Sainte-Foy-Côtes-de-Bordeaux designation, this 100% Sauvignon Blanc derives its unique character from an exceptional terroir and meticulous, expert craftsmanship—guided in part by the renowned oenologist Louis Mitjavile. Sourced from old vines harvested at optimal maturity, the wine undergoes precise vinification and carefully controlled barrel aging, resulting in a texture that is rich, opulent, and beautifully balanced.

Both on the nose and the palate, "Réserve de Famille" captivates with its profound aromatic complexity and restrained power. Far removed from the sharp, citrus-forward style often associated with Sauvignon Blanc, it reveals a generous bouquet of yellow-fleshed fruits, vine peaches, and white blossoms, enhanced by subtle hints of brioche, vanilla, and dried fruits—nuances imparted during the aging process. On the palate, the wine is distinguished by its enveloping richness and dense structure, perfectly balanced by a saline freshness and a remarkably long finish. This is a sophisticated, gastronomic white wine, ideally suited to accompany fine fish in rich sauces, poultry in cream-based dishes, or aged cheeses.

 The story

Louis Mitjavile, nicknamed “Loulou”, is the son of François Mitjavile, an iconic Bordeaux winemaker. He carries on the family tradition at Domaine de l'Aurage, located in the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. The Mitjavile family is renowned for its meticulous approach to viticulture, focusing on the Merlot grape variety and paying particular attention to every stage of production, from pruning the vines to selecting perfectly ripe grapes. Their aim is to create powerful, tannic wines that can be enjoyed young without the need for long cellar ageing. Louis maintains this tradition, producing wines with the same precision and tannic structure as the other family crus, asserting, “We don't change our guns! 45 years and counting!”