Sainte-Croix-du-Mont

Bordeaux

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A sweet-wine commune on the right bank opposite Barsac, on limestone cliffs riddled with fossil oysters (a famous local geological signature). Botrytised wines in a clean, less honeyed style than Sauternes.

The wines of Sainte-Croix-du-Mont are made primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and other Bordeaux varieties.

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Vineyard Map

Terroir

Clay over limestone (fossil oyster)Sand

This combination of soils contributes to the distinctive character and complexity of Sainte-Croix-du-Mont wines.

Grapes of Bordeaux

Cabernet Sauvignon

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The Left Bank's home grape, on deep gravel beds. Cassis, cedar, graphite, and tobacco, framed by firm tannin built for decades of cellaring.

Merlot

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Bordeaux's Right Bank lives on Merlot. Pomerol's iron-rich clay yields plush plum, black cherry, and truffle; Saint-Émilion's limestone adds elegance, cigar box, and length.

Cabernet Franc

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Riper, plummier, more structured. Key blending partner in Saint-Emilion and Pomerol.

Sauvignon Blanc

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Bordeaux's dry whites blend Sauvignon Blanc with Sémillon on Pessac-Léognan gravel. Lemon, peach, and white flowers; barrel age brings cream and honey over a decade.