Anseillan

The beginning of the winter was mild and dry, and it was only at the end of January that beneficial colder temperatures arrived, accompanied by rain. Bud break started in early April as usual, and the vines developed quickly, thanks to the ample reserves of water and the mild weather. The flowering ensued rather early, in June. It was uniform, which is always a promising sign from the vintage.
The influence of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gironde estuary helped to reduce the effect of a somewhat hot summer. Water stress was high, but rain in August brought the freshness required for the grapes to change colour and ripen steadily. Conditions were ideal during the harvests, allowing each plot to reach optimal ripeness.