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Château La Tour Blanche is a beacon of excellence among the sweet wines of Sauternes. Ranked Premier Cru in the 1855 classification, the estate is also home to a viticultural school, founded in 1909 thanks to philanthropist Daniel Iffla. This dual identity makes it a unique place where winemaking heritage and education coexist.
The estate benefits from a remarkable microclimate. Morning mists from the Ciron and Garonne rivers meet warm afternoon sun, encouraging the growth of noble rot (Botrytis cinerea). This fungus concentrates the sugars and flavors of the grapes, especially the dominant Sémillon, along with Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle. The varied soils of gravel, clay, and limestone enhance this natural alchemy.
Château La Tour Blanche produces a range of wines that showcase its expertise. The flagship wine offers rich aromas of candied fruits, honey, and white flowers. Les Charmilles, the second wine, is accessible yet expressive. The estate also creates a vibrant dry white, Jardins de Thinoy, and a bold red, Cru du Cinquet — both reflecting the château’s commitment to excellence.
The estate follows meticulous winemaking practices: hand-harvesting in successive passes, slow fermentation, and barrel aging for 18 to 24 months. The result is a wine of great balance, with a silky texture, fresh acidity, and a long, elegant finish with notes of dried fruit, citrus peel, and toasted oak.
Best served at 10–12°C, Château La Tour Blanche is enjoyable both young and mature, with aging potential beyond 30 years for some vintages. Ideal with foie gras, blue cheese, and fruit-based desserts, it also shines with savory dishes like creamy fish or veal with mushrooms.
For lovers of great sweet wines, Château La Tour Blanche is a benchmark of finesse and complexity. It is available from 12bouteilles, where several great vintages can be found.