Grand Gaillard Sauvignon Blanc 2014

Bergerac's crisp whites can be remarkably similar to those of its neighbour, Bordeaux, thanks to a similar climate, soils and identical grapes. And nowadays, according to critic Andrew Jefford, "Bergerac's greatest wines consistently outshine their Bordeaux competitors at twice the price." That's certainly true of Grand Gaillard - a long time bestseller both for its lemony brilliance and for its impressive value. It comes from a cellar in the village of Sigoulès, where winemaker Lionel Condeau made the most of the magnificent 2014 vintage, picking fully ripe Sauvignon grapes while they still retained plenty of essential acidity. The result is a beautiful balance between mouthfilling fruit and freshness. Spot on solo or with fish or chicken.