"A" de Château d'Arche 2024

Characteristics and tasting advice for the A cuvée from Château d’Arche 2024

Tasting

Color
Beautiful golden yellow color adorned with green reflections. 

Nose
The nose reveals over time fragrances of white flowers, candied citrus, fresh apricots and white peach.

Palate
Ample, the palate combines balance with aromas of spices and ripe citrus.

Food and wine pairings

A carpaccio of Saint-Jacques, poultry or even refined cheeses are refined pairings with this white wine.

A white wine from Bordeaux imbued with richness and precision

The property

Since 1611, the d'Arche family has been rooted in Bordeaux, starting its wine journey with Etienne d'Arche, regent doctor of the University of Bordeaux. His great-grandson, François d'Arche, Counselor of the King, acquired the Braneyre cru in 1733, renamed Château d'Arche. Despite the upheavals of history, notably the French Revolution, the estate has persisted. In 1855, it was classified as the 2nd grand cru of white wines from Gironde. Under the direction of Armand Bastit-Saint-Martin, mayor of Sauternes, a reunification of the estate was undertaken in 1925. In 1996, a new chapter opened with the purchase of Château d'Arche, with a vision focused on viticultural excellence and respect for the environment.

The vineyard

"A" from Château d'Arche is a Bordeaux Blanc Secs appellation wine from a 7-hectare vineyard whose 40-year-old vines on average rest on soils composed of silt, sand and clay.

Vinification and aging

Vinification in stainless steel tanks and barrels. Aging for 6 months on lees in new barrels (20%), one wine (30%) and in stainless steel tanks (50%).

Blend

Sémillon (90%)
Sauvignon (10%).