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Generations of local knowledge have taught our grape growers the secrets of each appellation. They know where to source the best grapes to create the most outstanding wines.
The vintage
Despite particularly capricious weather conditions, 2018 is one of Bordeaux's great vintages. An exceptionally rainy winter and spring resulted in an unprecedented threat of mildew, and there were violent hailstorms in May and July that destroyed 80% of the crop in some vineyards. Fortunately, the situation improved over the summer, which was the hottest since 2003. Conditions were then ideal for the grapes to ripen thanks to the contrast between warm, sunny days and cool nights, resulting in good aromatic concentration. Wines produced from the cooler terroirs (clay and limestone), such as in Saint-Emilion, were among the most successful of the vintage.
Varietals
Merlot : 90%
Cabernet franc : 10%
Cabernet franc : 10%
Tasting
Ruby-red colour.
Expressive nose, dominated by fruity notes of red fruit (black berry and strawberry) evolving with subtle oaky aromas.The wine is soft and round on the palate with well-integrated tannins, making way for a fresh and fruity finish.
Expressive nose, dominated by fruity notes of red fruit (black berry and strawberry) evolving with subtle oaky aromas.The wine is soft and round on the palate with well-integrated tannins, making way for a fresh and fruity finish.