Château Carbonnieux Pessac-Léognan White Bordeaux Blend 2016

Sipping Fine Wine

Opened another recently, legendary wine, said that in the 18th century was introduced to Sultan of Constantinople's palace b/c of its clarity and called "mineral water from Carbonnieux", defying Islamic law. Pale lemon with pronounce aromas of tropical and stone fruits with herb notes. On the palate flavors of melon, mango, apple, green herbs and a crisp mineral edge. Medium+ length, balanced acidity, ending with a fruit, citrus mineral character. Nice, aging well.

Bob McDonald

Pale Lemon in colour. Muted aromas of citrus but with time Lemon cream. Oak is perfectly balanced giving a creamy nuance on the palate finishing with a nice cleansing acidity. A blend of 70% Sauvignon Blanc and 30% Semillon. Not overly complex but is an excellent summer time white. Short term drinking. Had my last bottle of 3 on 13th July 2022. No discernible change to this note 131 weeks ago. A good combination of citrus and creamy oak. Pleasant enough but no great complexity. Same score of 88.

Sipping Fine Wine

Tried it at a tasting and bought one for cellar. Legendary wine, said that in the 18th century was introduced to Sultan of Constantinople's palace b/c of its clarity and called "mineral water from Carbonnieux", defying Islamic law. Pale lemon-green with pronounce aromas of tropical and stone fruits with herb notes. On the palate flavors of melon, mango, apple, green peppers and a crisp mineral edge. Medium+ length, balanced acidity, ending with a fruit, citrus mineral character. Nice, will age.

Sipping Fine Wine

Legendary wine, said that in the 18th century was introduced to Sultan of Constantinople's palace b/c of its clarity and called "mineral water from Carbonnieux", defying Islamic law. Pale lemon-green with pronounce aromas of tropical and stone fruits with herb notes. On the palate flavors of melon, mango, apple, green peppers and a crisp mineral edge. Medium+ length, balanced acidity, ending with a fruit, citrus mineral character. Nice, let this age a bit, better than ‘17. Tasting Sample.

Jordan Wardlaw

Very sleek and elegant, beautifully integrated oak. Slightly reductive notes of slate, hazelnuts, celery seed, white peach and key lime. Wonderful mineral flourishes in a very fresh style.

Gregory Fulchiero

Celery seed and cream soda notes. Excellent example.

Sipping Fine Wine

Tried it at a tasting and bought two for cellar. Legendary wine, said that in the 18th century was introduced to Sultan of Constantinople's palace b/c of its clarity and called "mineral water from Carbonnieux", defying Islamic law. Pale lemon-green with pronounce aromas of tropical and stone fruits with herb notes. On the palate flavors of melon, mango, apple, green peppers and a crisp mineral edge. Medium+ length, balanced acidity, ending with a fruit, citrus mineral character. Nice, will age.

Neil Sims

Great with fish. Crisp without being too tight.

President Obama

From a law firm.

Daniel Hester

Well the bottle is empty on “opening night” so that says something. I would definitely try another vintage, the 2017 is a WE Cellar Selection. The oak on this Sauvignon Blanc / Semillon blend is perfect, adding a understated chamomile lift to the finish. It’s the mid palate that perhaps lacks intrigue, but it’s very drinkable.