Entre-Deux-Mers

Alain and Béatrice Ferran took over Chateau Ferran, near Cadillac in the Entre-Deux-Mers region, in 1976. They began the conversion process several years ago to 'organic' accreditation and in 2004 received their "AB" ("Agriculture Biologique") certification.

The chateau comprises 20 hectares, about three quarters of which is laid to red grapes (Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon), whilst the rest is white (Sauvignon, Semillon and Muscadelle). Each parcel of grapes has its own characteristics, depending on whether it has come from clay or chalk soil (or Boulbène in the case of Semillon), and is vinified separately to maintain these individualities.

The average age of the vines is 20 years.

The range consists of traditional unoaked red and white, oak-aged red and white and a rose.

Entre-Deux-Mers 'Traditionel' unoaked white

50% Sauvignon / 30% Semillon / 20% Muscadelle

- avibrant yellow colour, flowery lilac aroma accompanied by a fruity (white peach) nose. Supple, gentle 'attack' on the palate, with a restrained acidity, followed by a roundness and slight oiliness due to the Semillon. Aftertaste of citric fruits (grapefruit), which develops into a pleasant, lingering aroma

Serve with salad or seafood hors d'oeuvres. Excellent with vegetables and white meat.
Ideal as an aperitif.
Best served at between 8 and 10 deg. C.

At its best 1-2 years after bottling.

Entre-Deux-Mers oaked whiteChateau Ferran oak-aged white

60% Sauvignon / 30% Semillon / 10% Muscadelle

- straw yellow colour, clear and bright, lilac aroma, white flowers and acacia. Supple and harmonious 'attack' on the palate, the finish is long & balanced with lingering aromas.

This wine will enhance your hors d'oevres: salads, cold meats, as well as fish.
Serve ideally at between 11 and 13 deg. C
The wine will be at its best between 3 and 5 years old