Bordeaux - Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
Appellation: Bordeaux Clairet
Varietals: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet-Sauvignon
Terroir: Clayey chalk, gravels and sand.
Vines: Planting density 5500 plants/Ha. Vineyards grassed and drained.
Viticulture: Deleafing and green harvesting, soil improvement using organic materials exclusively. Table sorting of grapes.
Vinification: Saignée (removal of fermenting must) from all the estates' wines to give the proportions of 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 80% Merlot. This wine benefits in part from the terroirs of Saint-Emilion and Saint-Emilion Grand Cru. Fermentation at 20°C to guard the aromas.
Tasting notes:
A very expressive and fruit forward wine which will accompany summery meals very agreeably.
Serve between 10-12°C
Wine/food match: Charcuteries, mixed salads, summer barbecues, fish, poultry.