The vintage
Significant rainfall from November to February helped restore the groundwater reserves, which had already been substantially replenished in 2012 and 2013.
Temperatures remained above average, and the vines missed the hearty winter frosts. As a result bud break occurred early, followed by uniform flowering during the first week of June, spurred on
by a rise in temperatures.
As always, the impact of the weather on the vineyard was our primary concern, and our teams worked throughout the year to enable the grapes to reach maturity in perfect health. The onset of ripening arose over two periods, first in late July and then again after 15 August, creating differences in the ripeness of the bunches on a same vine.
Some juggling was therefore necessary during harvest, in order to make the best choices; the
Sorting was very strict in order to keep only the very best grapes, suited to the production our grand vins de Pauillac.
Temperatures remained above average, and the vines missed the hearty winter frosts. As a result bud break occurred early, followed by uniform flowering during the first week of June, spurred on
by a rise in temperatures.
As always, the impact of the weather on the vineyard was our primary concern, and our teams worked throughout the year to enable the grapes to reach maturity in perfect health. The onset of ripening arose over two periods, first in late July and then again after 15 August, creating differences in the ripeness of the bunches on a same vine.
Some juggling was therefore necessary during harvest, in order to make the best choices; the
Sorting was very strict in order to keep only the very best grapes, suited to the production our grand vins de Pauillac.
Varietals
Merlot : 54%
Cabernet sauvignon : 46%
Cabernet sauvignon : 46%
Tasting
Deep, dark color.
Expressive notes of tobacco on the nose.
On the palate, the attack is lively and fresh, supported by the fully-ripened fruit. There is a good concentration and the round tannins guide the wine through to a well-balanced finish.
Expressive notes of tobacco on the nose.
On the palate, the attack is lively and fresh, supported by the fully-ripened fruit. There is a good concentration and the round tannins guide the wine through to a well-balanced finish.