Chateau Réserve de la Comtesse, 2nd Vin Pauillac 2018 blanc 97 Points – Halliday Wine

97 Points – Halliday Wine Companion 2025

Complex and powerful

the rough terrain that defines the soil

and here it's the Pinot Gris grape that takes centre stage

a cutting from the vineyards of Domaine de la Romane Conti allegedly smuggled back into the country by an enterprising Kiwi in a pair of gumboots

Chateau Réserve de la Comtesse, 2nd Vin Pauillac 2018 blanc 97 Points – Halliday WineVineyards lie on deep gravel beds underpinned by clay and then sandstone and limestone (part of these vineyards actually reside in the St Julien appellation). Blend 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc Winemaking As the Grand vin, the wine is fermented in stainless steel cuves and then matured in oak barriques (50% new) for up to 18 months.