Château Climens 2000

Tasting characteristics and advice for Château Climens 2000

Tasting

Color

A bright, clear deep golden hue lights up the glass.

Nose

The bouquet is complex, combining notes of candied citrus and white flowers, notably acacia. Honeyed aromas mingle with yellow-fleshed fruits such as apricot and peach, lifted by a spicy touch reminiscent of saffron.

Palate

The attack is smooth and creamy, balanced by the minerality and vibrancy characteristic of Climens’ limestone terroir. The finish lingers at length with notes of candied fruit and sweet spices.

Food and wine pairings

This sweet wine pairs perfectly with foie gras, poultry in cream sauces, blue cheeses such as Roquefort, as well as fruit-based desserts like an apricot tart.

Serving and cellaring

Château Climens 2000 is ideally served at around 10-12°C. This vintage has excellent aging potential.

A Premier Cru Classé from Barsac with an elegant, mineral character

The estate

Château Climens, a Premier Cru Classé of 1855, is a benchmark of the Barsac appellation. Nicknamed the “Lord of Barsac”, this historic estate was run by the Lurton family from 1971 to 2022, before being taken over by the Moitry family. The estate is now recognized for its commitment to environmentally respectful viticulture.

The vineyard

Château Climens benefits from a unique terroir within the Barsac appellation. The vineyard sits on a limestone base, giving the wines remarkable elegance and freshness. This distinctive geological structure provides the hallmark minerality that sets the estate’s wines apart.

Grape variety

100% Sémillon