Château La Louvière 2023

Expressive and very spicy, showing depth, citrus and nutty notes; densely built, with verve and spice, ripe fruit, long saline finish. Excellent!

Honeysuckle, white peach, waxy lemons, and green apples make an appearance in the nose. On the palate, the wine is packed with mineral-driven, waxy lemons, white peach, ginger, and pomelo. This is going to be quite nice to enjoy on release for all of its sweet fruit and vibrancy, yet it can age for a decade, and maybe more. Drink from 2025-2035.

Very pale yellow-green, silver reflections. Delicate notes of pineapple and mango, lemony nuances, some lemongrass, inviting bouquet. Lean, green apple, fresh acidity, salty and light-footed, a versatile aperitif wine.

Flesh, spice, beautiful lift and juice: this is the standout of the La Louvière wines in the vintage, with notes of white tea, pink grapefruit, oyster shell, preserved lemons, lime zest and sheer pleasure. 40% new oak, yield of 49 hl/ha.

Score: 89–91. A tangy nose with a herbal edge. The palate is strongly marked by lemon in all its forms (fresh, zest, sorbet), with a lovely hint of bitterness on the finish. A bold, sparkling whole that will appeal to many.

A subtle smoky touch, enhanced by notes of citrus and white-fleshed fruit, adds depth and complexity to the bouquet. Slightly saline on the attack, the wine stands out for its expressive palate and the persistence of its finish. Perfectly balanced, it is thirst-quenching and ready to enjoy now, while also able to spend some time in the cellar.

The nose is light and floral, with notes of nectar-bearing flowers, acacia honey, and wild broom. The palate is saline and lemony, with a fine texture. The finish is persistent. A classic, well-balanced wine, with a touch of zest that makes it particularly enjoyable.

Chamomile, herbal, with lime aspects. A smooth, even creamy palate with breadth and energy as well, showing off white peach and clementine, with agreeable toasty oak accents (the wine is ageing in 30% new oak barrels of 500 litres). Long finish, frank and a bit tart, but in a nice way. Ageing will make this a sure winner and the wine has the needed acidity and dry extract for longer-term keeping.

Pure, crisp Sauvignon Blanc, this wine shows a fine balance between herbal and tropical fruit flavors. Its quince and honey aroma and vivid grapefruit flavor are fresh and deliciously fruity. Drink from 2026.

Jasmine, star fruit and yellow apple notes are woven together, with nicely embedded acidity. Shortbread and white ginger hints flicker on the finish. Drink now through 2028. 2,640 cases made, 150 cases imported.