Aile d’Argent – 2012
Climatic conditions2012 was a year of contrasts. The winter was cold and very dry and the average temperature in February was the lowest for fifty years.
April brought cool weather and abundant rainfall, while the weather in May and June was in-between. For the Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, flowering took place in early June and veraison between 1 and 3 August, both in good conditions.
Exceptionally dry weather from 20 July to 20 September slightly slowed the vine cycle, but moderate temperatures in August helped to enhance and preserve the grapes’ freshness of aroma and flavour.
The white grapes were picked in perfect conditions between 11 and 19 September.
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- Harvest
- 11 to 19 September
- Varietal mix
- Sauvignon 63%
Semillon 37%
Aile d’Argent 2012 reveals ripe Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon aromas and flavours, combining passion fruit and pineapple together with white peach and pear, lifted by slightly buttery, finely toasted notes.
Displaying attractive minerality and length, Aile d’Argent 2012 may be considered an exceptional vintage.
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