Our wines (Vincod, ne pas toucher)
Vinified for 4 generations, from great-grandfather to great-grandson, this wine is the very essence of our estate. Luscious, fruity and powerful, it can be adapted to any occasion. A wine for every table.
The vintageThe 2018 vintage follows in the footsteps of recent great Bordeaux vintages. The winter was surprisingly mild, followed by a rather cool spring. Summer was hot, but the rain came at just the right time on several occasions: in July and August, then a few showers in early September. These rains were a lifesaver, keeping the grapes fresh and energized before harvest.
LocationVineyard area: 21 hectares
Grape varieties: 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Malbec.
Appellation: Montagne Saint-Emilion
Terroir : Clay-limestone, clay-silica and sandy soils.
In the vineyardManual pruning in winter on hillside plots and later on other plots to delay budburst and the onset of frost. Branched cane shoots reused as soil compost. Controlled yields. Mechanical harvesting.
WinemakingTraditional, temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats combined with micro-oxygenation. Alcoholic fermentation followed by malolactic fermentation. Daily pumping-over and punching-down.
Ageing12 to 14 months in French oak barrels.
Serve at around 17/18 degrees, decant if possible or open one hour before serving.
Ageing potential5 to 10 years
TastingThis vinatge reveals a deep garnet-red color with subtle purple highlights. On the nose, it charms with a rich palette of aromas combining black fruits and delicate spicy nuances. On the palate, its round, generous texture reveals gourmet flavors, with fruity touches that elegantly carry through to a refined finish. A complex, harmonious wine.
Visual appearanceIntense red color with brilliant incarnate highlights.
At noseComplex nose, combining blackberry and black cherry aromas with a hint of licorice.
On the palateVoluminous on the palate, structured by fine tannins coated with fine notes of roasted coffee.
Food pairingsAperitif: Platter of fine charcuterie (dry-cured ham, terrines), tapas.
Game: Roast pheasant, wild boar stew with berries.
White meats: Supreme of poultry, roast veal.
Red meats: Beef fillet with pepper sauce, grilled entrecôte.
Poultry: Duck with cherries, roast capon.
Cheeses: Camembert, Brie, character cheeses (Comté, Bleu d'Auvergne).
Desserts: Red fruit tart, dark chocolate fondant, blackberry pavlova.
World cuisine: Lamb tagine, spicy beef empanadas, beef enchiladas.
French specialties: Beef bourguignon, duck confit, grilled prime rib.
Aperitif, International cuisine, Desserts, Cheese, Game, French cuisine, White meat, Red meat, Poultry
13,5
Allergens (sulfites)Contains sulphites
Allergens (egg)Does not contain egg or egg products
Allergens (milk)Does not contain milk or milk-based products
GMThis product contains no GMOs or GMO-derived components.
Winegrowing labelAgriculture Raisonnée
Grapes
Merlot
: 80 %
Cabernet franc
: 15 %
Cabernet sauvignon
: 5 %
Aromas of plum, mulberry, oyster shell and baking spice. It’s medium-to full-bodied and juicy with a creamy texture and fine tannins. Focused finish. Drink or hold.
James Suckling
James Suckling
, 91/100
Deep ruby red colour. Pure and youthful nose displaying sweet plum, wild berries, a light herbal spiciness and tobacco leaf. Medium bodied with a youthful but ripe texture, digest red fruit flavours, mild oak and fine spice notes leading to a long finish.
Andreas Larsson
Andreas Larsson
, 90/100
Fine, elegant bouquet with inviting fruity notes. Effluvia of blackberries and plums. On the palate, the wine is crisp, juicy and perfectly balanced. The tannins are silky, while the acid structure is lively and carries the aromatic character. A pleasant, sapid wine that can be enjoyed young or cellared for a while.
Yves Beck
Yves Beck - Beckustator
, 90/100
