BORDEAUX Dry White Blends for Sipping, Pairing and Enjoying

If you haven't had the pleasure of sampling Bordeaux dry white wines, now is the time. They are great sippers and pair well with trending foods. Accessible and affordable, these wines are ideal for people who want to explore the world of wine. They are also prized by wine enthusiasts that value the Bordeaux region's fine reputation.

Broadwayworld recently attended an event, "The Art and Architecture of the Bordeaux Dry White Blend" at The Standard in the East Village. Three knowledgeable women involved in the French wine industry presented fascinating information about the Bordeaux region and shared their individual expertise.

Valerie Lavigne from the University of Bordeaux is a global consultant in viticulture and oenology. Her primary areas of research include aroma science and reduction during vinification. For over 20 years, Lavigne has worked alongside legendary winemaker, Denis Dubourdieu, renowned for his research on Sauvignon Blanc and advanced winemaking techniques.

Corinne Comme of Chateau du Champ des Treilles and her husband Jean Michel took over the familial vineyards from Jean-Michel's grandfather in 1997. This permitted them to practice their philosophy, based on biodynamic principles. This philosophy is also put into practice at Chateau Pontet Canet, where Jean-Michel is the estate manager.

Valerie Vialard of the Chateau Latour Martillac is originally from Leognan. She discovered wine at an early age as her grandfather worked on a parcel of vines in the heart of the village. Her passion for aromas, vines, and wine naturally led her scientific studies toward oenology. Vialard was one of the first women responsible for vinification during her time at Domaines Kressmann over 25 years ago.

It was a true pleasure to realize that women are a major force in the study and production of wine in the Bordeaux region.

The event also included an opportunity for guests to create their own white Bordeaux blend. This conveyed the understanding of how winemakers attain a balanced wine with a successful blend of grapes. Achieving a pleasing wine is a delicate process that takes real expertise.

The grape varietals that are produced for Bordeaux dry whites include 54% Sauvignon, 32% Semillon, 7% Muscadelle and 7% other grape varieties. Choose from refreshing and fruity wines like the Bordeaux Blanc and the Cotes de Bordeaux or well structured, delicate wines that include Graves or Pessac Leognan.

Our readers will like to know that 700 million bottles of wine are produced annually in Bordeaux by 6,300 growers. The majority of the wines come from family estates. It's impressive that 27 million bottles of Bordeaux dry whites were exported in 2017. The United States was the third export destination for the wines, with Americans consuming 300,000 cases.

White Bordeaux blends are incredibly versatile and make food your pairings easy. Have them with an array of foods that includes appetizers and small plates, international fare like Indian or Asian food, Mac & Cheese or picnic and BBQ fare. Choose from bottles like the Chateau Bonnet 2015, a blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc, 40% Semillon and 10% Muscadelle with an SRP of $14; the Chateau La Rame 2016, a blend of 75% Sauvignon Blanc and 25% Semillon with an SRP of $17; or the Chateau Puygueraud 2014 with 55% Sauvignon Blanc and 45% Sauvignon Gris with an SRP of $20. Bordeaux dry whites bring you a taste of France with style and spirit. So raise a glass and enjoy.

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