Wine Fact of the Day – Wednesday, 1 July 2009
Barsac (bar-zac): a village in Bordeaux giving it’s name to a great dessert wine-producing appellation. It is on the left bank of the Garonne river, right next to the larger appellation of Sauternes.
All wines produced in Barsac are entitled to use the ‘Sauternes’ name on their label, but the reverse is not the case.
Semillon is the predominant grape variety in Barsac, along with Sauvignon Blanc and sometimes Muscadelle.
The wines of Barsac are often lighter than those of Sauternes, with more refreshing acidity and flavours along the lines of pineapple, fresh orange and peach. These are mingled with hints of orange/ginger marmalade and an interesting floral character.
Top producers in the region are Chateau Climens and Chateau Doisy-Daene (dwah-zee dah-enn).
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Chateau Climens Label
Chateau Doisy-Daene Label
