Fleur de Thénac Blanc 2012
£11.50
You don’t have to be a detective in to realise that this Bergerac wine stands out from the crowd, making it a prime target. Dig a little further and you’ll also find (unless you’re more of a Poirot and already know your wines) that Bergerac can offer superb, great value wines, to rival those of...
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You don’t have to be a detective in to realise that this Bergerac wine stands out from the crowd, making it a prime target. Dig a little further and you’ll also find (unless you’re more of a Poirot and already know your wines) that Bergerac can offer superb, great value wines, to rival those of its lofty neighbour, Bordeaux. With its intense floral aroma and an unusual grapefruit and citrus kick, this is one complex character that is quite the Pink Panther.
The Château de Thénac winery was built on the remains of a Benedictine priory dating back to 1109. The winery is situated to the east of Bordeaux in the Perigord region in Bergerac. The vines are aged between 30 and 45 years and grow at an altitude 150 to 200 metres, in a micro-climate that is cooler than Bordeaux. The limestone and clay soils in the vineyard are suited to creating white wines that are fresh and characterful.
The fruit concentration that this wine holds so well is due to the unusual weather in the vineyard. The season started late in 2012 which meant that the growing season started late. The extreme weather conditions meant that the berries stayed small and created a concentrated fruit flavour when fermented. The wine is aged on its lees which creates a soft mouth-feel.
This particular blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle and Semillon is visibly young; it has a straw yellow appearance with a hint of green. On the nose it is intensely floral, even slightly herbal, with notes of jasmine and citrus. Its high acidity balances well with its rich weight and flavours of white peach and apricot. It has a long and elegant finish.
UK Mainland Addresses
(excludes Northern Ireland, the Scottish Highlands & Islands, and the Isles of Wight, Man and Scilly - please see below)
(excludes Northern Ireland, the Scottish Highlands & Islands, and the Isles of Wight, Man and Scilly - please see below)
| Service | Price | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|
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Standard |
£4.95 FREE |
Most Standard Delivery parcels arrive within 2 working days of placement of your order. Free Standard Delivery is offered on all orders of £100 or more. |
| Next Day | £6.95 |
If you place an order by 2pm (UK time), Monday - Thursday, it will be delivered the next working day* Excludes Bank Holidays. Orders placed between 2pm on Thursday and 2pm on Friday will be delivered on the following Monday and orders placed between 2pm Friday and 2pm Monday will be delivered on the following Tuesday. |
| Saturday |
£11.95 (all order values) |
Orders must be placed online by 2pm Friday to be delivered on the Saturday of the same week, otherwise it is assumed the order is for the following Saturday. Available for most UK Mainland Postcodes. |
| Next Day Before 12noon |
£12.95 (all values) |
Available for most UK Mainland Postcodes.Orders must be placed online by 2pm for delivery the next working day. |
| Next Day Before 10am |
£19.95 (all values) |
Available for most UK Mainland Postcodes.Orders must be placed online by 2pm for delivery the next working day. |
Remote Areas - Northern Ireland, the Scottish Highlands & Islands, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man and The Scilly Isles
| Delivery Service | Price | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|
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Standard |
£9.95 |
We can only offer Standard Delivery to these parts of the UK and delivery times will vary locally. Typically, orders placed before 2pm should be received in 3 or 4 working days, although some of the most rural locations may take longer.** Free Standard Delivery to mainland UK addresses on orders over £100. |