Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Clos des Lunes “Lune d’Argent” 2023
Bordeaux Blanc, Bordeaux, France 🇫🇷

Overview
A classic white Bordeaux blend of 70% Sémillon and 30% Sauvignon Blanc. The estate is known for showcasing the nobility of Sémillon in dry form — rare in Bordeaux, where it is often associated with sweet Sauternes. Here, Sémillon brings waxy texture, depth, and honeysuckle complexity, while Sauvignon Blanc adds grassy aromatics and a zesty lift.

Aromas & Flavors
Expressive notes of ripe citrus, white peach, honeysuckle, and subtle herbs, framed by hints of wet stone and fresh-cut grass. The interplay of ripe fruit and grassy vibrancy creates both richness and freshness.

Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with a supple, almost waxy texture from the Sémillon, balanced by Sauvignon’s crisp acidity. Clean, mineral, and refreshing on the finish, with good persistence.

Winemaking Notes
Harvested by hand and vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel with partial maturation on fine lees to preserve both aromatic intensity and structure. This process highlights both varietals’ best traits.

Food Pairing
Perfect with seafood gastronomy — oysters, scallops, grilled prawns, or sea bass. It also pairs beautifully with goat cheese, light poultry, or herbed vegetable dishes.

Verdict
A refined Bordeaux Blanc that balances richness and freshness, showing why Sémillon deserves more attention in dry blends. Stylish, versatile, and perfect for the table. — 9 months ago

Arielle

9.0

Matt’s most favourite — 6 years ago

Evie Olson

9.7

Amazingly complex nose of earthy, pine, forest floor & potpourri plus hints of cigar & dried fruit. The notes continue on the palate with an amazingly balanced elegant finish. — 7 years ago

ADAM STROMFELD

9.4

Very soft nose and tight on the initial palate. Raw cherries and a touch of leather. Great balance. Opened up to to a red fruit compote with mushrooms?? Great lunch wine! — 8 years ago

with Frank

Michael Park

9.1

After about an hour decant this was drinking really well. Loved the minerals and the complexity of fruits and earth. — 9 years ago

Philly Koch

9.0

I found this white complicated. I liked it a lot. — 9 years ago

Jan A

9.7

Fire! The perfect combination of pinot noir and Bordeaux profiles! Love the spices on the nose and palate. — 9 months ago

Nick Griffin

8.9

Nice and fruity. Medium body with a short finish. Get good notes of fruit and some pepper on the nose — 6 years ago

Olivier Bogaert

9.3

Kerstmis 19 ONK — 6 years ago

Seungwoo Ko

10

Nice flavor — 7 years ago

Michael Piaker

9.3

19 April 2018. Frenchette, New York, NY. — 8 years ago

Nick Ferrall

8.9

More fleshy and plush than I expected. Someone said beet juice, which I think is spot on. — 9 years ago

Aren Larson

9.0

Super Delishous ... smooth and no flavors of oak (which we typically do not enjoy). Imported by the Square Root LLC company in Fitchburg, WI. A rare find! — 9 years ago

Carola V

9.2

Agreste, Barcelona - cumple papá 2024

2020 vintage. Light body, very nice, fruity and slightly carbonic — 2 years ago

Timothy Eustis

Wine Director, Red Lion Inn

9.0

This 1998 from magnum aged gracefully but reflects the hardness of the vintage. Still, it was enjoyable. — 5 years ago

Irene Anderson

9.2

Yummy, smooth, goes with a variety of foods. Love this! — 7 years ago

Patrick Derdeyn

9.2

First 2016 Napa I’ve had from any producer. This is wonderfully restrained. Showing blue and bright red fruit but not at all overripe or rich. Nice acidity and only medium tannins. These will be great to enjoy in the near term. — 8 years ago

Richard Hackathorn

9.0

Boulder Cork — 8 years ago

Michael Piaker

9.2

22 July 2017. Rouge Tomate, New York, NY. — 9 years ago

Nathan Adams

Consulting Wine/Beverage Director, Snake River Brewing, Persephone, King Sudachi

9.1

Super tasty — 10 years ago

with Claire