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Antonio Galloni

Vinous

The 2023 Aile d’Argent is a rich, heady, wine that very much captures the radiant style of the year in its generous textural feel. Tangerine peel, spice, menthol, lime, dried flowers and light tropical accents abound, The 2023 is a serious dry white. There’s a bit more Sémillon in the blend and a greater emphasis on texture and structure than usual, while the oak imprint and exotic character of some previous editions have been toned down. 04/2024

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Neal Martin

Vinous

The 2023 Aile d'Argent contains a little more Sémillon than usual (44.5%) to add texture to the blend. It has a lovely bouquet with grapefruit, hints of lime cordial, chamomile and lanolin. The palate is very well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, fresh and focused, with just a slight bitter lemon note imparting tension. A hint of ginger rises on the aftertaste. Superb. 04/2024

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Jeb Dunnuck

Jeb Dunnuck

This château makes a fabulous white. Their 2023 Château Mouton Rothschild Aile D'Argent Blanc is based on 50% Sauvignon Blanc, 44.5% Semillon, and a splash of Sauvignon Gris and Muscadelle, raised in 45% new oak. Ripe pineapple, crushed citrus, white flowers, and hints of toast all emerge from this beauty. A richer, medium-bodied, vibrant white that will shine on the dinner table, it should also have well over a decade of prime drinking. 05/2024

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Jean-Marc Quarin

Jean-Marc Quarin

Couleur jaune vert. Nez intense, fin, fruité, suave et mentholé. Bouche tout à la fois grasse, opulente et séveuse. Elle évolue fraîche et légèrement mentholée en finale. Ensemble impossible à cracher. Assemblage : 50 % sauvignon blanc, 44,5 % sémillon, 5 % sauvignon gris, 0,5 % muscadelle. Degré d’alcool : 13°5 – pH : 3,20. Rendement : 40 hl/ha. Elevage en 45 % barriques neuves. Ce vin sera mis en bouteilles en juin 2024. 04/2024

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James Suckling

James Suckling

The density and beauty to this is so attractive, with a lush and flavorful character, yet it’s neatly framed by acidity and minerally undertones. Lively and salty. Part of the vineyard is on limestone, which gives that sea-salt undertone. Savory. Fresh at the end. 50% sauvignon blanc, 44.5% semillon, 5% sauvignon gris and 0.5% muscadelle.