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White dry
La Réserve Picque Caillou Pessac-Léognan Blanc AOC 2022 is an elegant and well-balanced white Bordeaux wine, expressing the classic Pessac-Léognan style and refined winemaking craftsmanship.
The wine offers a generous yet subtle aromatic profile. On the nose, notes of fresh lemon and green apple unfold alongside tropical fruit nuances. Delicate floral hints, a touch of acacia honey, and a light mineral backdrop add depth and finesse to the bouquet.
On the palate, the wine is clean and medium-bodied, with crisp, refreshing acidity that brings energy and balance. Fruit purity, gentle floral expression, and subtle minerality come together in a long, harmonious finish.
The wine is made from a blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc, the classic grape varieties of Pessac-Léognan white wines.
• Sémillon contributes texture, roundness, and complexity,
• Sauvignon Blanc adds freshness, vibrancy, and aromatic intensity.
After fermentation, the wine is aged in oak barrels, which impart delicate spicy nuances, structure, and additional elegance, while preserving the wine’s natural fruit expression.
Serve at 10-12 °C with salmon steak, chicken breast with cream sauce, or grilled vegetables.
Château Picque Caillou is a Bordeaux wine estate whose history and present day meet in a truly unexpected setting. It is the only still-active vineyard located within the city of Bordeaux itself, having survived urban expansion, the passage of time, and a constantly changing landscape.
The name “Picque Caillou” comes from the estate’s distinctive gravelly, stony soil, long regarded as one of the most suitable terroirs for growing high-quality grapes. These stones absorb heat during the day and slowly release it at night, allowing the grapes to ripen evenly while preserving aromatic depth and balance. This unique soil is one of the key reasons why the wines of Château Picque Caillou are known for their elegance, structure, and aging potential.
Although the estate’s roots go back several centuries, its modern identity was shaped in the late 20th century when it was taken over by the Calvet family. Their vision was to preserve the character of the place while crafting wines that express the classic Pessac-Léognan style, refined through a clean, precise, and contemporary approach to winemaking.
Great attention is paid to handwork in the vineyard, strict yield control, and the individual character of each parcel. Despite being surrounded by the city, the vineyard benefits from a unique microclimate that allows the grapes to reach optimal ripeness. This results in wines of harmony, balance, and natural depth.
Château Picque Caillou wines are defined by:
Today, Château Picque Caillou is regarded as one of the most fascinating “urban vineyards” in the world — a rare estate that preserves Bordeaux tradition while proving that authentic, terroir-driven wine can still be created in the heart of a modern city.
