The 2021 Château Clarke Merle Blanc is a crisp and vibrant dry white Bordeaux, made from a blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Sauvignon Gris, and Muscadelle. With the cool growing season of 2021, it offers fresh citrus and herbal notes, complemented by a zesty finish. The wine is lightly oaked, adding a subtle richness to the palate, making it an elegant choice for early drinking. Pair it with seafood or light dishes for a refreshing experience.

Decanter | D 94
Published: Mar 26, 2024
Drink: 2024-2030

Brisk lime citrus with herbal touches, then a balanced palate that’s both subtle in its opulence and energetic. The diversity of cool clay and limestone soils in 5ha of vines yield a vivacious dry white. 70% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Semillon, 10% Muscadelle, 10% Sauvignon Gris, with 60% of the blend aged for six months in 50% new oak. Pair with oysters or cod.

James Suckling | JS 90
Published: Jan 5, 2023

This has aromas of gooseberries, rosemary, lime curd and grapefruit pith. Some flint and nutmeg, too. Bright and flavorful with a medium body and zesty finish. Drink now. 

Edmondderothschildheritage.com

A SUPERB WINE MADE FROM THE FOURWHITE BORDEAUX GRAPE VARIETIES
Chateau Clarke is one of the rare vineyards in the Medoc that produce a white wine. The Merle Blanc is part of the history and heritage of the Chateau, as it has been produced since the late 19th century (1890). Highly respected and renowned, it has accounted for up to a quarter of the Chateau's production. Today, this rare wine fits perfectly into the spirit of the estate.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 12.5%
Closure: Natural Cork
Harvest: 2021
Oak: 60% of the blend aged for 6 months in French oak, with approximately 50% new oak
Varietals: 70% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Sémillon, 10% Sauvignon Gris, 10% Muscadelle
Soil: Clay and limestone
Ageing: 6 months in French oak for approximately 60% of the blend
Residual Sugar: 0.6 g/L
Total Acidity: 4.6 g/L
Winemaker: Château Clarke / Baron Edmond de Rothschild
Region: Listrac-Médoc, Bordeaux, France
Appellation: Bordeaux Blanc

Serving Temperature: 8–10°C
Decanting: Not normally required; 10–15 minutes in the glass can help it open
Drinking Window: 2024–2030
Food Pairing: Oysters, shellfish, grilled fish, seafood, ceviche, white-fleshed fish, poultry with vegetables and goat cheese