It revels in ripe juicy Merlot while keeping a sense of style and elegance. Produced by the Malet-Roquefort family, owners since 1705, the wine has some firm tannins while never losing sight of the generous black fruits. Drink from 2022. 93 Points by Wine Enthusiast – Cellar Selection WINEMAKER Stephane Derenoncourt APPELLATION Bordeaux GRAPE VARIETIES 75% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc TERROIR Limestone plateau with clay layers and green marls, hillside with Fronsac molasse and foot of the hillside with deep carbonates sands. CULTURE & VINIFICATION The work in the plots of Clos is equal to the actions in the parcels for the …
Impressive levels of red, blue and black fruits as well as some toasty oak and crushed rock. The acidity in this vintage provide freshness and precision. Plenty of tannin, so give it 4-6 years of cellaring and drink it over the following 25-30 years. 95 Points by The Wine Advocate WINEMAKER Stephane Derenoncourt APPELLATION Bordeaux GRAPE VARIETIES 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc TERROIR Limestone plateau with clay layers and green marls, hillside with Fronsac molasse and foot of the hillside with deep carbonates sands. CULTURE & VINIFICATION Each plot is worked individually to extract the best expression of its terroir. Gentle pumping …
Complex and concentrated notes of red and black fruits with a long, powerful finish. WINEMAKER Jacques Bertrand APPELLATION Saint-Emilion Grand Cru GRAPE VARIETIES 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon TERROIR Clay-limestone soil DENSITY 6,500 vines per hectare VINIFICATION The vinification takes place in stainless steel and concrete thermo-regulated vats. The wines are aged in oaks barrels for 12-15 months. ALCOHOL CONTENT 14.5% Technical Sheet PDF