OVERVIEW | Production area - Type of soilSaint-Exupéry - Silt and clay limestone soils Appellation d'origine contrôléeBordeaux Supérieur Average age and surface area of the vineyard20 years - 2,4 hectares Grape varieties60% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon 10% Cabernet Franc Plantation density5000 vines/hectare Vinegrowing techniquesGuyot double and guyot simple pruning. Shoot removal, leaf stripping, bud removal, green harvesting. Sustainable fertilizer use. HarvestSorted on a table after de-stemming to select the best grapes. Vinification - MaturingTraditional Bordeaux method with plot by plot vinification. The grapes are macerated for 5 to 10 days. Alcoholic fermentation in cement or stainless steel vats with temperature control. Matured in French oak barrels for 14 months. Blending. Tasting notesBrilliant, constistent purple robe. Mature, elegant, fruity and enticing, a heady blend of vanilla pod, wild rose and grilled bread aromas. A hearty opening with prominent cocoa flavours, blossoming to reveal great balance and warmth, with peppery accents. The finish is well-structured, with a delicate, persistent hint of liquorice and sweet, grilled aromas. Serving suggestionsIdeal with beef in a cèpe mushroom sauce, with roast lamb or quail with grapes. |
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