From the Chateau:
The vintage: ‘2019 will be remembered as a winemaker’s vintage, where vigilance in the vines and berry tastings were the keys to success. At the end of the day, we have come out of this campaign with a harvest of great quality, and notably Cabernet Sauvignons with skins that melted in the mouth, leaving flavour with no trace of bitterness. A rare occurrence!
As for volumes, we will content ourselves with what we have, as others of our fellow winemakers have far more reasons to lament the effects of nature during this 2019 vintage.
Tasting notes: A dark ruby red wine that expresses aromas of wild strawberries and redcurrant punctuated with subtle notes of menthol. Its voluptuous, enveloping texture is reminiscent of blends in which Merlot predominates. An effect achieved through Cabernet Sauvignons at full maturity associated with ripe, but not overripe, Merlots creating a sense of opulence and smoothness in the mouth. The structure is beautifully soft, caressing the mouth with perfectly integrated tannins that melt on the finish to leave centre stage to exquisite red fruit once more. A wine of pure pleasure!
Final blend:
– 48% Cabernet Sauvignon
– 52% Merlot
Medals and Awards:
– James Suckling : 92
– Wine Enthusiast : 91
– Decanter : 90
– Antonio Galloni : 90
– Jeff Leve : 91
– Alexandre MA : 91
– Chris Kissack : 90-92
– Yves Beck : 92
– Bettane & Desseauve Prix Plaisir : Gold Medal
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