Fruit, finesse and elegance: the winning trio for this wine from a privileged terroir. Dominant in the blend, this Merlot seduces with its greedy notes of pastry aromas that give way to ripe fruit. On the palate, it unfurls a silky body and finely woody notes. A promise of emotions for this harmonious wine.
Presentation
Presentation
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 vintage
The 2023 vintage was marked by a number of meteorological events due to climate change.
The vine's growth cycle came earlier and earlier, with warm, wet spring conditions. Although we were spared frosts, we had to contend with heavy attacks of disease on our vines. The attention paid to the vineyard helped to stem the spread of these diseases.
During the summer, high temperatures and drought accompanied the development of the bunches. Veraison was spread out over July and August, depending on the grape variety and terroir, enabling the grapes to ripen very well.
The rains at the end of August and September helped to increase the volume of the harvest, which began on 6 September and lasted for 4 weeks, allowing perfect management of work in the vineyard and cellar. The harvest was of very good quality and the yields very satisfactory, once again demonstrating the adaptability of our vines and our terroir to climate change.
The vine's growth cycle came earlier and earlier, with warm, wet spring conditions. Although we were spared frosts, we had to contend with heavy attacks of disease on our vines. The attention paid to the vineyard helped to stem the spread of these diseases.
During the summer, high temperatures and drought accompanied the development of the bunches. Veraison was spread out over July and August, depending on the grape variety and terroir, enabling the grapes to ripen very well.
The rains at the end of August and September helped to increase the volume of the harvest, which began on 6 September and lasted for 4 weeks, allowing perfect management of work in the vineyard and cellar. The harvest was of very good quality and the yields very satisfactory, once again demonstrating the adaptability of our vines and our terroir to climate change.
Location
Vineyard area: 21 hectares
Grape varieties: 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Malbec
Appellation: Montagne Saint-Emilion
Grape varieties: 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Malbec
Appellation: Montagne Saint-Emilion
Terroir
Terroir : Clay-limestone, clay-silica and sandy soils.
In the vineyard
Manual 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.
Harvest
The harvest began on 8 September and lasted for 4 weeks, allowing us to manage the work in the vineyard and cellar perfectly. The harvest was of very good quality and the yields very satisfactory, once again demonstrating the adaptability of our vines and our terroir to climate change.
Winemaking
Traditional, temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats combined with micro-oxygenation. Alcoholic fermentation followed by malolactic fermentation. Daily pumping-over and punching-down.
Ageing
12 to 14 months in French oak barrels and concrete vats.
Varietals
Merlot : 80%
Cabernet franc : 15%
Cabernet sauvignon : 5%
Cabernet franc : 15%
Cabernet sauvignon : 5%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13,5 % vol.
Production volume : 13,5
Surface area of the vineyard : 21 ha
Yield : 45 hL/ha
Age of vines : 30 years old
Aging in vats : 12 month
Aging in barrels : 12-14 month
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products. This product contains no GMOs or GMO-derived components..
Advice
Serving
Serve at around 17/18 degrees, decant if possible or open an hour before serving.
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
Pretty garnet dress with pink reflections.
The nose is powerful on aromas of Burlat cherry, gray amber and a floral touch, of peony, verbena.
From the entrance in the mouth, the wine is caressing, the tannins are soft; we find the notes
Fruity of cherry, raspberry and vine peach accompanied by a hint of nutmeg.
The nose is powerful on aromas of Burlat cherry, gray amber and a floral touch, of peony, verbena.
From the entrance in the mouth, the wine is caressing, the tannins are soft; we find the notes
Fruity of cherry, raspberry and vine peach accompanied by a hint of nutmeg.
Food pairings
Aperitif: 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.
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.
Classic food and wine pairings
Aperitif, International cuisine, Desserts, Cheese, Game, French cuisine, White meat, Red meat, Poultry
