What does it taste like?

It features vibrant notes of grapefruit, lemon zest, and white peach, underpinned by a distinct flinty minerality and a creamy, toasted finish.

What food pairs best with this wine?

It pairs best with high-quality seafood, particularly grilled white fish, shellfish, and delicate Japanese dishes like sashimi or tempura.

When is the best time to drink it?

It is best enjoyed between 3 to 8 years after the vintage to fully appreciate the balance between its fresh fruit and developing complexity.

Is this wine made by a red wine château?

Yes, Château Talbot is a Fourth Growth Médoc estate renowned for its reds, yet Caillou Blanc demonstrates that it can produce equally exceptional white wine from its gravelly parcels.

How should it be served?

Serve chilled at 10–12°C in a white Burgundy glass to best express its aromatic complexity and mineral nuances.

CuvéeSaint-JulienWhite

Caillou Blanc du Château Talbot

Name: Caillou Blanc du Château Talbot
Brand: Château Talbot

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Château Talbot

Sauvignon Blanc · Sémillon

About this wine

Caillou Blanc is the rare and prestigious white wine produced by the Fourth Growth estate Château Talbot in Saint-Julien. While the Médoc is predominantly known for its red wines, this cuvée stands out as a benchmark for high-quality white Bordeaux. Crafted primarily from Sauvignon Blanc with a touch of Sémillon, it is grown on specific gravelly plots that impart a distinct mineral character. The wine undergoes careful vinification, often including barrel fermentation and aging on lees, resulting in a complex profile of citrus, white flowers, and subtle toasted notes. It balances vibrant acidity with a creamy texture, offering elegance and longevity that rivals the finest white wines of the region.

Beginner's Note

A sophisticated introduction to white Bordeaux that proves the Médoc can produce world-class white wines.

Sommelier's Note

"This is an essential bottle for any serious collector; its precision and mineral depth make it a masterpiece of the Saint-Julien appellation."

Food Pairings

Pairs beautifully with grilled sea bass, lobster, goat cheese, and roasted poultry with herbs.

When to drink it

Perfect for elegant seafood dinners, celebratory gatherings, or as a refined gift for wine connoisseurs.

Specs

Grape Varieties: Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon
Style: White
Price Range: ¥8,000-12,000

Terroir & Winemaking

Sourced from specific gravelly plots within the estate. Fermented in French oak barrels (approx. 30-50% new) and aged on fine lees for several months with regular stirring (bâtonnage) to enhance texture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it taste like?: It features vibrant notes of grapefruit, lemon zest, and white peach, underpinned by a distinct flinty minerality and a creamy, toasted finish.
What food pairs best with this wine?: It pairs best with high-quality seafood, particularly grilled white fish, shellfish, and delicate Japanese dishes like sashimi or tempura.
When is the best time to drink it?: It is best enjoyed between 3 to 8 years after the vintage to fully appreciate the balance between its fresh fruit and developing complexity.
Is this wine made by a red wine château?: Yes, Château Talbot is a Fourth Growth Médoc estate renowned for its reds, yet Caillou Blanc demonstrates that it can produce equally exceptional white wine from its gravelly parcels.
How should it be served?: Serve chilled at 10–12°C in a white Burgundy glass to best express its aromatic complexity and mineral nuances.

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