Saint Croix du Mont Wine Region, France

The Saint Croix du Mont wine region is one of Bordeaux’s most distinctive subregions. Sainte-Croix-du-Mont sits on elevated limestone slopes on the right bank of the Garonne, looking directly across the river toward Sauternes and Barsac. The same morning mists that create noble rot in the great sweet wines opposite also shape this smaller, less celebrated appellation, producing rich, honeyed wines of apricot, marmalade and citrus character from Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle at considerably more accessible prices.

Saint Croix du Mont Wine Region at a Glance

• Location – On the right bank of the Garonne overlooking Sauternes and Barsac across the river, a small sweet wine appellation.
• Climate – Maritime, with morning river mists encouraging noble rot, similar to Sauternes.
• Soils – Elevated limestone slopes with excellent drainage and sun exposure.
• Known for – A small, historic sweet wine appellation on limestone slopes overlooking Sauternes, offering rich dessert wines at accessible prices.

What Makes Saint Croix du Mont Wines Distinctive?

Sainte-Croix-du-Mont sits on elevated limestone slopes on the right bank of the Garonne, looking directly across the river toward Sauternes and Barsac. The same morning mists that create noble rot in the great sweet wines opposite also shape this smaller, less celebrated appellation, producing rich, honeyed wines of apricot, marmalade and citrus character from Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle at considerably more accessible prices.

Saint Croix du Mont Grape Varieties and Wine Styles

• Semillon – The backbone of the appellation’s rich, honeyed sweet wines.
• Sauvignon Blanc – Adds citrus freshness and lift.
• Muscadelle – Contributes delicate floral aromatics.

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Wine Regions Near Saint Croix du Mont

• Wine Regions of Bordeaux – the hub page for all Bordeaux subregions.
• Sauternes – Barsac – the world-famous sweet wine appellation directly across the river.
• Loupiac – another small neighbouring sweet wine appellation.
• Graves – the celebrated red and white wine region nearby.