The vintage
Bud came very early as a consequence of a dry and hot winter. Spring was also very dry and hot until mid-May. The first flowers came out on 5 May. It was the “earliest” year of the century.
The end of May and beginning of June were quite rainy. Then, the climatic conditions in the end of June were quite favourable. August was characterized by two rainy periods, a tropical heat and an exceptional humidity. This emphasized the harvest’s heterogeneity.
The vines growth started again from 15 August until the beginning of September.
The end of May and beginning of June were quite rainy. Then, the climatic conditions in the end of June were quite favourable. August was characterized by two rainy periods, a tropical heat and an exceptional humidity. This emphasized the harvest’s heterogeneity.
The vines growth started again from 15 August until the beginning of September.
Varietals
Cabernet sauvignon : 90%
Merlot : 10%
Merlot : 10%
Tasting
Opens in a very typical bunch: it is complex, ample, very attractive, specific and subtle. There are also some notes of tobacco and lead. On the attack, it is very soft, tasty, velvet with a good intensity. A real success in the unusual context of the vintage.