Chateau Guibonnet 2016
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History of estate
Located near the old church of Villeneuve (11th century), the vineyard extends over the slopes of the Côtes de Bourg appellation overlooking the Gironde estuary. The Rémy Castel family, a family of independent winegrowers, who lives and works at the rhythm of nature with a single objective: the production of wines combining power and elegance. The history of Château Castel La Rose merges with the destiny of a man and a woman.Ageing
TraditionalBlending
75% Merlot
25% CabernetTasting note
Note: Fruity and fresh.
Palate: Frank and supple attack. Fruity, very balanced.Alcohol
14.5%
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Chateau Tessendey 2017
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History of the estate
Chateau Tessendey is a family estate since 1972. Martine and Paul Bernard d'Arfeuille have updated the vineyard and the winery. Moreover the family is not unknown in the Bordeaux wine world. Since the 18th century, they have taken care the vines around Libourne and have developed a negoce activity in the 20th century. Martine d'Arfeuille was until 1998 co-owner of the Chateau Cheval Blanc (Premier Grand Cru Classé of Saint Emilion). In 2012, it is Arnaud d'Arfeuille, the son, who become the owner of the Chateau Tessendey.Age of vines
30 yearsAgeing
20% in new French oak barrels and 30% one-year barrelsBlending
15% Cabernet franc
85% MerlotTasting note
Good depth and fleshy dark plums and berries on offer with leafy notes. The palate has ample, ripe dark fruit and a juicy, plum-stone finish.Alcohol
13.5%
Blanville - A l’Ombre des Celtis Chardonnay 2021
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Regulated by the AOP Languedoc Pézenas appellation, Domaine des Celtis sits close to the namesake town Pézenas, also known as the habitant of Molière and where the ancient Languedoc government house was located. The Domaine was acquired and has become part of the Blanville family since 2018, adding to our range another series of beautiful terroir wines and furthering our effort in bringing out the diversity and complexity of the Languedoc terroir. “Celtis” means hackberry trees in the Latin language. These majestic and luxuriant trees are the typicality of the Pézenas region, and especially widespread in the appellation of the same name.
Terroir: Villafranchien, rolled pebbles
Appellation: IGP Pays d’Oc
Grapes: Chardonnay
Colour: White
Body: 3 / 5
Acidity: 3 / 5
Sweetness: 1 / 5
Length: 3 / 5
Lay down: 3 after vintage
Aroma/ Flavours: Floral scents, nuances of myrrh, yellow fruits, a spicy touch on the finish
Wine pairings: Fruit tart, fresh goat cheese, chicken-asparagus risotto
Vintage: 2021
Alcohol: 12.5% Vol
Blanville A l'Ombre des Celtis Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
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Regulated by the AOP Languedoc Pézenas appellation, Domaine des Celtis sits close to the namesake town Pézenas, also known as the habitant of Molière and where the ancient Languedoc government house was located. The Domaine was acquired and has become part of the Blanville family since 2018, adding to our range another series of beautiful terroir wines and furthering our effort in bringing out the diversity and complexity of the Languedoc terroir. “Celtis” means hackberry trees in the Latin language. These majestic and luxuriant trees are the typicality of the Pézenas region, and especially widespread in the appellation of the same name.
Terroir: Villafranchien, rolled pebbles
Appellation: IGP Pays d’Oc
Grapes: Cabernet-Sauvignon
Colour: Red
Body: 3 / 5
Acidity: 3.5 / 5
Sweetness: 0.5 / 5
Tannins: 3.5 / 5
Length: 3 / 5
Lay down: 3 to 5 years after vintage
Aroma/ Flavours: Red fruits, liquorice, scrubland and eucalyptus
Wine pairings: Grilled beef, vegetable tian, soft cheeses
Vintage: 2020
Alcohol: 14% Vol
Blanville - A l’Ombre des Celtis Syrah, Grenache noir 2018
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Regulated by the AOP Languedoc Pézenas appellation, Domaine des Celtis sits close to the namesake town Pézenas, also known as the habitant of Molière and where the ancient Languedoc government house was located. The Domaine was acquired and has become part of the Blanville family since 2018, adding to our range another series of beautiful terroir wines and furthering our effort in bringing out the diversity and complexity of the Languedoc terroir. “Celtis” means hackberry trees in the Latin language. These majestic and luxuriant trees are the typicality of the Pézenas region, and especially widespread in the appellation of the same name.
Terroir: Villafranchien, rolled pebbles
Appellation: IGP Pays d’Oc
Grapes: Syrah, Grenache noir
Colour: Red
Body: 3.5 / 5
Acidity: 4 / 5
Sweetness: 0.5 / 5
Tannins: 3.5 / 5
Length: 3.5 / 5
Lay down: 3 to 5 years after vintage Aroma/ Flavours: Concentrated black fruit, minerality
Wine pairings: Red meat or cheese
Vintage: 2018
Alcohol: 14.5% Vol
DOMAINES DES CELTIS Syrah, Grenache noir 2018
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Terroir: Villafranchien -Galets roules
Appellation: AOC Languedoc
Grapes: Syrah, Grenache noir
Colour: Rouge
Body: 3.5 / 5
Acidity: 4 / 5
Sweetness: 0.5 / 5
Tannins: 3.5 / 5
Length: 3.5 / 5
Lay down: 3.5 years after vintage
Aroma/ Flavours: Black fruits burned by the sun, minerality
Wine pairings: Red meat or cheese
Vintage: 2018
Alcohol: 14.5% Vol
Chateau La Conseillante 2011 Pomerol
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History of the estate
The first recorded history of La Conseillante's name appears in the mid-18th century. It was bequethed by an influential woman who owned the estate almost 300 years ago : Catherine Conseillan. The Nicolas family bought the château in 1871, and its size and configuration have not changed ever since. Exemplifying the Nicolas family's continued commitment to this great wine, the fifth generation is currently at the helm.Vinification
At La Conseillante, production is managed on a plot-by-plot basis for every stage ofthe winemaking process. Having vats of various capacities makes it possible to separately handle each plot harvested. After steeping, pre-fermentary cold-macerationis intended to preserve the freshness, aromatic qualities and colour of the vintage as much as possible.Blending
82% Merlot
18% Cabernet francVintage
2011Alcohol
13.5%Volume
750ml
Chateau Roc de Segur Bordeaux 2021
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History of the estate:
The Château Roc de Segur is located on Landerrouet Segur in the Entre-deux-Mers, Landerrouet is a contraction of moors and rhouets meaning, in ancient times, a wild overgrown woods and thickets; and during the late eighteenth century, these areas are cleared and developed, from the early nineteenth century, settled subsistence farming extremely rich and profuse. The vineyard of Chateau Roc de Segur has been created in 1990. Roc because the vineyard is planted on old quarries and Segur because it overlooks the river Segur.
Vinification: Traditional in stainless steel tanks with temperature control.
Age of vines: 30 years
Ageing: In tanks during 10 months.
Blending: 70% Merlot, 27% Cabernet-sauvignon, 3% Cabernet franc
Tasting note: A dark purple colour. The nose reveals red fruits aromas (raspberry, cherry). It is fresh with a beautiful structure thanks to the silky tannins, and it can be aged
Chateau la Croix Bonneau Cuvée Prestige Montagne-Saint-Émilion 2018
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History of the estate
Château La Croix Bonneau is an old property located in Montagne. It was purchased in 2005 by the current owners, who implemented a new policy based on low yields and terroir expression. Yields are now 38hl per hectares, thanks to a short pruning, and green harvest if needed. The entire crop is carefully harvested by hand, and several sorting waves are carried out before vatting. Consulting by the Michel Rolland team. It's in 2014 that Sarah and Bruno MARCHAND, neighbours of the estate, take it over. Bruno has grown and been interested in winemaking and winegrowing since his youngest age, but also in the management of the appellation, since with not even 40 years, he can count already 8 years at the presidence of AOC Montagne St Emilion. Taking over the estate, he wishes to continue to work in the respect of terroir, to produce the best wines possible each year.Vinification
Traditional in small pyramidal stainless-steel vats under controlled temperature. The Cabernet Franc are vinified in a small wooden vat with pushing-down of the capAgeing
30% in French oak barrels during 10 months (90% in 1 year old barrels, 10% in 2 years old barrels) and 70% in tanks.Blending
100% MerlotTasting note
Very intense colour, with a beautiful deep red. The nose is very complex, with ripe fruits like blueberry, blackberry, and also notes of toast, brioche. A concentrated and very velvety mouth, with a long and fresh aromatic final.Alcohol content
13%
Chateau de Chainchon Tradition Côtes de Bordeaux Castillon 2019
Folie de Chauvin 2018 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
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History of the estate
The smallholding of Chauvin was previously part of the ancient grand fiefdom of Corbin. This fiefdom was divided into multiple properties at an auction in 1852, and some of these properties still bear the name Corbin today. Chauvin was then acquired by Jean Laussac-Fourcaud, son-in-law of Mr Ducasse, the President of the court of Libourne, who had just bought what was to become Château Cheval Blanc. On the death of their father Henri Ondet in 1989, Marie-France and Béatrice, worthy heirs to the determination and care of their ancestors, took over the management of Château Chauvin. For more than 20 years they put all their energy at the service of the property and increased investment. Sylvie Cazes and her children bought Château Chauvin in May 2014. They want to continue the work carried out by the Ondet family while giving Chauvin the assets needed to succeed in this new page in its history.Age of vines
30 yearsAgeing
One wine barrel ageing: 14 to 16 monthsBlending
Merlot 95%
Cabernet franc 5%Tasting note
Long and linear with blackberry and chocolate character as well as walnut undertones. Medium body and a solid core of fruit and tannins. A pretty base of everything here.Chateau Chauvin is also good when matched with Asian dishes, rich fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta.
"With a strong floral accent, the wine adds wet earth, licorice and plums to its nuances. Medium-bodied, soft and silky, with sweet, dark red berries and thyme on the palate and in the finish, there is good freshness and complexity found here." - The Wine Cellar Insider
ABV 14.0%
Volume 750ml
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History of the estate
The Château de Chainchon belongs to the same family since 1846, André Erésué, descendant of this line of winemakers, has completely restructured the property since 1952. His son Patrick (ex-cellar master of a grand cru classé in Saint Emilion) who manages the estate since 1996 has revisited the work in the vineyard (organic fertilizers, grass growing, airing of the soils, pruning, leaf removing, smaller yields) and has brought his knowledge to the winemaking. The appellation Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux is situated 45 km east of Bordeaux in the continuation of the Saint Emilion area.Ageing
After fermentations at 25° C, the wines stay in vats in order to preserve the fruit and freshness as much as possible, then they are assembled and bottled.Blending
10% Cabernet-sauvignon
40% Cabernet franc
50% MerlotTasting note
The Château de Chainchon is a good red color, the nose is of ripe red fruit, and the taste is fleshy with a good development of the tannins and a persistent final taste of red fruit.ABV 14.5%
Volume 750ml
Chateau La Rose De Vitrac Bordeaux Rouge 2019
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History of a Passion: In the heart of the Bordeaux vineyards, the small village of Soussac stands on the slopes of the Butte de Launay, the highest point in the region. It is here that many generations of the Jolivet family have looked after their vines. Domaine de Saint Florin once saw pigrims passing on their way to Compostella, but the current building is in the purest 19th-century regional style. In 1981, Mr and Mdm Jolivet took over the destiny of the 27-hectare family estate. Over the years, they have modernised and extended it, while remaining true to their fundamental principle: working their craft with the greatest care. This passion for their profession means taking personal control over all the different stages, from the colour change of the grapes through the winemaking process. In 1999, they joined together with neighbouring winegrowers to build a waste-water treatment plant and contribute to protecting the natural environment that is so dear to them. Today, Mr and Mme Jolivet make a Bordeaux red, a Bordeaux white and a Bordeaux rosé which are truly worthy of the terroir of Bordeaux.
Grape varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Tasting note: After its lovely crimson-ruby colour with raspberry tints, this red Bordeaux wine reveals a nice powerful bouquet of red fruit scents with hints of flowers, spices and mildish mint. On the palate, it is fleshy, rounded and fruity with fine, mature tannins and a lovely fresh finish.
Dishes: with pâté, roasted red meat, grilled white meat, lamb stew and selections of hard cheeses.
Service about 17-18°C
Vintage: 2019
Alcohol content: 13.5%
Château Cantemerle 2018 Haut Médoc Grand Cru Classé
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History of estate
Château Cantemerle is a winery in the Haut-Médoc appellation of the Bordeaux wine region of France, in the commune of Macau. The wine produced here was the final estate to be classified as one of eighteen Cinquièmes Crus in the Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855.Located on the left bank of Bordeaux in France, the magnificent Grand Cru Classé of Haut-Médoc – Château Cantemerle – testifies to a rich wine history with origins dating back to the 12th century.
Blend:
Cabernet Sauvignon 67%
Merlot 20%
Cabernet Franc 7%
Petit Verdot 6%The wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels (40% new wood). With its unique style that blends charm, voluptuousness and elegance.
The Château Cantemerle 2018 will seduce wine lovers by offering the pure experience of a great red wine of Haut-Médoc in an exceptional vintage for Bordeaux.
"This shows a polished yet encompassing structure of solid tannins, which support flavors of mulberries and black cherries. Medium-bodied, velvety with rather chewy. Long finish." - James Suckling
"Dry tannins and juicy fruit give this wine its structure while also bringing out the freshness of the vintage. There is a fine, juicy character that is already attractive." - Wine Enthusiast
"This is a very attractive wine that has been carefully extracted in this vintage. It has a damson fruit expression with real elegance and restrained power, followed by a dusting of cocoa powder and cinnamon (more evident on the second tasting). A little shorter than in 2016, but full of elegance and fine tannins." - Decanter
"Lively, featuring a slightly crisp hint to the red currant and pomegranate fruit, with savory and iron notes. Open-knit finish." - Wine Spectator
"The deep garnet-purple colored 2017 Cantemerle gives up lovely crushed black and red currants notes with hints of kirsch, underbrush and cinnamon stick plus a waft of roses. Medium-bodied with plenty of freshness and a fine-grained frame, it is elegantly expressed and finishes with beautiful harmony." - Wine Advocate
"The 2017 Cantemerle has quite a sultry bouquet with blackberry, damp earth and tobacco scents that reluctantly unfurl in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin that frame quite voluminous black dusky fruit. There is a powdery texture to this Cantemerle, quite long on the finish even if it is missing the refinement of a top vintage." - Vinous
"Floral in nature, the fruit is ripe, crisp and even a bit sharp, but the tannins are soft and there is a lot of juicy, sweet fruit in the medium bodied, berry-filled finish." - The Wine Cellar Insider
ABV 13.5%
Volume 750ml
Chateau Grand Corbin 2018 Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé
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History of estate
Located on the right bank of Bordeaux, this Grand Cru Classé Saint-Émilion expands over a 28.5 hectare vineyard planted in beautiful soils of silica on blue clay.Blending
Merlot 74%
Cabernet Franc 16%
Cabernet Sauvignon 7%
Carmenere 2%
Malbec 1%Tasting note
The Château Grand Corbin 2018 is vinified in oak and concrete vats. The ageing takes place for 12 months in French oak barrels (40% of which are new wood).Chateau Grand Corbin is best paired with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes. Chateau Grand Corbin is also good when matched with Asian dishes, rich fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta.
"Powerful fruits and tannins show densely in this concentrated wine. It is all about structured black fruits that are still young and vibrant with freshness among the ripe flavors." - Wine Enthusiast
"Elegant, refined, silky and fresh with beautiful purity and symmetry to the fruit. The sweetness in the red pit fruits on the nose, palate and in the finish make a great, lasting impression. The wine blends 90% Merlot with 10% Cabernet Franc. As I said in my barrel tastings, this is the finest vintage of Corbin produced yet!" - The Wine Cellar Insider
ABV 14.5%
Volume 750ml
Dame Gaffeliere 2016 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
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History of the estate: Situated south of Saint-Emilion with its unique silhouette, Château La Gaffelière welcomes thousands of visitors on the road D122. Formerly part of the estate, this path was offered to the community back when its people still traveled on horseback. Chateau la Gaffeliere evokes a great wine, a 1st Great Growth since the beginning of St Emilion’s classification in 1959. However growing vines on its land started during the 4th century. Our wine comes from an exceptional terroir, a “golden triangle” nested between the hills of Pavie and Ausone. But a great terroir is nothing without the willingness of men. The family de Malet Roquefort has run the estate with passion for more than 3 centuries, with a single purpose: upgrading the vineyards whilst producing an amazing ageing wine.
Vinification: Sorting of grapes by density (berry sorting) Vinification by parcel in stainless-steel temperature-controlled tanks, filled by gravity. Alcoholic fermentation with pumping over and punching down malolactic fermentation in tank
Ageing: 10 months in one-year barrel. Three rackings
Blending: 85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet franc
Tasting note: Fresh and dark berries, as well as light mocha. The palate has punchy flavors delivered in suave, fine tannins and attractive full body.
Beverage volume: 750ml
Alcohol content: 14%
Chateau Montrose St-Estephe 2013
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Main characteristics of the vintage Climatic conditions for the 2013 vintage were generally more difficult than in other years, highlighting the importance of the Montrose terroir and microclimate. Changeable weather meant that everyone had to be especially attentive, both in the vineyard and in the winery; it also meant taking a significant risk at harvest time. After a very cold spell in February and March, wet weather in spring held back the vegetation cycle. Flowering did not start until 6 June and took place slowly, taking until the end of the month and already heralding a slightly late vintage. Coulure and millerandage struck some of the Merlots, though the Cabernets were unaffected. It was already clear that yields would be lower than the average in previous years. July brought a hot and dry summer, very favourable conditions which prevailed until mid-September. Veraison was a little late but very even, especially in the Cabernet Sauvignon, the predominant grape variety at Montrose. Spells of rain returned in the second half of September and lasted throughout the harvest. With the weather starting to deteriorate, on 16 September our team of harvesters started preharvest leaf removal in all parcels, greatly improving ventilation of the grapes. At that point we knew that the keys to the vintage lay in the quality of our terroir and the measured risk we would be taking to enable the different grape varieties to reach optimum maturity. We started harvesting the first Merlots on 26 September, followed by the Cabernet Sauvignons from 7 October. Our terroir is remarkably well ventilated, especially the parcels of Cabernet Sauvignon on the great plateau, which helped to dry out the grapes and keep them free of botrytis. Harvesting finished late, on 16 October, but the last grapes were in good condition and fully mature. The crop was hand-sorted with particular care at the vat-house, ensuring that only the best grapes were kept. This initial selection was important, especially for the Merlots, which the weather had made more fragile. The Cabernet Sauvignons were perfectly mature and healthy and, with 70% of the blend, formed the basis of Château Montrose 2013. Overall, this is a good vintage for our wine, standing alongside classic years like 1998, when weather conditions were very similar to those in 2013.
Period of Harvest
September 26th – October 16thBlend
Cabernet Sauvignon: 68%, Merlot: 29%, Petit Verdot: 3%Tasting notes
The wine has an attractive, clear and glittering ruby colour. The nose, still slightly closed, is very fresh and minty, marked by raspberry aromas along with more toasted notes and a touch of caramel. From a clean and bright attack, the straight palate shows balance in the middle, with good grip revealing liquorice notes. The tannins are silky and elegant.
Château 'Eglise d'Armens Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2020
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Vineyard
Area: 25 hectares
Soil: Clay-gravel / clay-limestone
Blend
85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc
Dates of harvest
Merlot: From 12 to 28 September
Cabernet Franc: From 28 to 30 September
Viticulture
Single guyot pruning. The ranks are worked every two rows to boost rooting and soil aeration. Stripping, thinning and grape sorting by density. Parcel selection
Vinification
Plot-by-plot vinification in stainless-steel vats.
• Alcoholic fermentation with pumping over and grape-treading
• Malolactic fermentation in vats
Ageing
In vats
La Reserve de Malartic Pessac 2018 Pessac-Léognan Grand Vin
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Blending
Cabernet-Sauvignon 57%
Merlot 36%
Petit-Verdot 4%
Cabernet-Franc 3%
"Blackberry, hot-stone and blueberry aromas follow through to a full body with chewy, dusty tannins that are long and chewy. It shows lots of Pessac character, reminding me of the stoney soils of the area. Give this at least three or four years to come together. " - James Suckling
"Despite its weight, this is a well-crafted wine. It combines richness with sophisticated tannins, dense black fruits and considerable potential. Ripe berry flavors give depth. " - Wine Enthusiast
"This remains a little hidden and distant at this point in time, but there are some gorgeous rich liquorice and cassis fruits here, and the texture stands out for its silkiness. Clearly a very good wine, which opens up slowly and carefully. Classic but with depth and grip, continuing a run of successful vintages at Malartic. Last vintage before they take on Eric Boissenot as consultant. 2% Petit verdot makes up the blend, with 70% new oak for ageing." - Decanter
"Composed of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 4 % Petit Verdot and 3 % Cabernet Franc and aged in 70 % new oak barriques, the 2018 Malartic Lagravière has a medium to deep garnet-purple color and pronounced notions of stewed black and red plums, boysenberries and cassis on the nose, with hints of hoisin, dried Provence herbs and unsmoked cigars. The medium-bodied palate has a firm, grainy texture and just enough freshness to support the black fruit preserves flavors, finishing savory." - Wine Advocate Robert Parker
"The 2018 Malartic-Lagravière is every bit as compelling as it was en primeur. Inky dark fruit, dried herbs, licorice, lavender and chocolate are all kicked up in this sumptuous Pessac-Léognan. Soft curves and silky tannins add to the wine’s considerable appeal. 2018 is undeniably flashy and alluring, I loved it." - Vinous
"Deep in color, this beauty pops with licorice, smoke, tobacco, coffee and roasted, deep red fruits on the nose. Lush, round, fruity and creamy, with waves of sweet black, red and blue fruits that keep on coming. Give this at least 5-7 years in the cellar and enjoy it for the following 2 decades after that. The wine blends 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot and 3% Cabernet Franc." - The Wine Cellar Insider
ABV 14.0%
Chateau Pailhas Vieilles Vignes 2018
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History of the estate: It’s with a will of iron that for the last two centuries the vineyard has passed on to a whole family the desire to produce an exceptional wine. At the foot of the hills of Saint Emilion in the village of Saint Hippolyte, Pierre Lafugie was one of the first of his line of descendants during the 19th century to pass on to his descendants the passion of wine making and the love of work well done.
Vinification: Selection of plots and sorting of the harvest, traditional alcoholic fermentation in concrete tanks
Ageing: 50% in concrete tanks and 50% in French oak barrels of 1 year
Blending: 20% Cabernet franc, 80% Merlot
Tasting note: Ruby colour, very expressive aromas of black cherry, slightly toasted, finesse, freshness and very expressive fruitiness.
Alcohol content: 13.5%
Chateau Haut Tour de Coutelin Saint-Estèphe 2014
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History of the estate: For more than a century, this estate has been owned by the Estager family. Haut Tour de Coutelin spreads across 30 continuous hectares, in the heart of the Saint Estèphe appellation. It is situated on the Coutelin mound, which is the highest point of the Saint Estèphe village. With this exceptional terroir, a powerful, well-balanced and harmonious wine is made from 4Bordeaux grapes varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.
Age of vines: 30 years
Ageing: 12 months in French oak barrels (25% new barrels)
Tasting note: Yielding a beautiful purple color, the nose is fruity with blackcurrant aromas. The palate is full with a fine density. Fruity and round wine with a nice tannic structure. Lightly oaky, the finish is elegant. A harmonious and well-balanced wine.
Chateau Petit Village Pomerol 2020
Chateau Sigalas Rabaud Sauternes Premier Cru Classé 2017
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Description: As a family that is passionately in love with Sauternes, our objective is stay at the top and to make wines that are even better and more respectful of this unique terroir.
History of the estate: Originally from Gascony, former members of the Sigalas family have included: Counsellors in the Parliament of Bordeaux, an officer who fought for American Independence (Cincinnati) and two mayors of the town of Bazas... In 1863, Henry de SIGALAS acquired Château Rabaudet, he gave the name Sigalas Rabaud. In 1903, his only son sold half of the estate, keeping the jewel of the terroir. In 1951, his granddaughter, Marie Antoinette, the marquise de Lambert des Granges, took charge of the property. The estate is currently managed by her son, the marquis de Lambert des Granges, with the help his daughter, Laure.
Terroir: With a single plot of 14 hectares, Sigalas Rabaud is the smallest of the first growth, with an incredibly compact and homogeneous terroir. A manor house is located in the centre of the estate, surrounded by the wine making facilities and other buildings. Sigalas Rabaud is less than 500 meters from château d'Yquem. The wines are all south facing on a slight slope, on the famous Sauternes Terrace. The silica gravel soil brought by the Garonne 600.000 years ago lies on a clay base and ensures perfect nourishment for the vines. The Ciron lies to the north west: the cool waters of this small river help to provide good conditions for botrytis cinerea.
Tasting note: A magnificent pale-yellow colour with greenish tints and distils an enticing bouquet full of ripe white fruit aromas with hints of spices and cedar wood.
On the palate, it offers a crunchy texture. The juicy fruits (peaches, pears) quickly cover the palate, offering incredible richness and fullness to finish with a finish that is as persistent as it is decadent.
Alcohol content: 13.5%
Beverage volume: 750ml
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Blend :
60% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Franc, 8% Cabernet SauvignonYield : 27 hl/ha
pH : 3,8
Alcohol : 14,5%Soil : Deep Gravel and Clay
Size : 10,5 hectares
Average Age of Vines : 35 ans Altitude : Pomerol Plateau 38mHarvest (9-23 September)
Precise plot and intra-plot selection. Harvest separated from all co-planted and diseased vines.
Placed in cold chambers to cool down the crop to 6°C. Meticulous selection and strict sorting: manually per parcel, automatic destemmer and final sorting table by hand.
Wine making
Parcel based vinification in small, thermoregulated, concrete vats. Cold pre-fermentation maceration followed by alcoholic fermentation. Malolactic fermentation in new barrels for the best Merlot plots.
Aging: 50 % New Oak, 6 Different Coopers., mall selection aged in amphora 16 months
Folie de Chauvin Sainte-Emilion Grand Cru 2019
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History of the estate: The small holding of Chauvin was previously part of the ancient grand fiefdom of Corbin. This fiefdom was divided into multiple properties at an auction in 1852, and some of these properties still bear the name Corbin today. Chauvin was then acquired by Jean Laussac-Fourcaud, son-in-law of Mr Ducasse, the President of the court of Libourne, who had just bought what was to become Château Cheval Blanc. On the death of their father Henri Ondet in 1989, Marie-France and Béatrice, worthy heirs to the determination and care of their ancestors, took over the management of Château Chauvin. For more than 20 years they put all their energy at the service of the property and increased investment. Sylvie Cazes and her children bought Château Chauvin in May 2014. They want to continue the work carried out by the Ondet family while giving Chauvin the assets needed to succeed in this new page in its history.
Vinification: Cold skin contact for 2 to 5 days at around 8°C before fermentation Alcoholic fermentation in temperature controlled stainless-steel tanks Malolactic fermentation in barrel Skin contact for 20 to 30 days - slow and gentle extraction.
Blending: 5% Cabernet franc, 95% Merlot
Tasting note: Long and linear with blackberry and chocolate character
Food pairing: Beef, lamb, deer, venison, poultry
Alcohol content: 13.5%
Château Tayac Margaux 2020
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Area: 35 ha
Average yield of the vines: 55 hl/ha
History of the estate: Clinging to the gravelly hills of Soussans, in the heart of the prestigious Margaux appellation, the vineyards extend over 37 hectares fully offered to the sun. Family business above all, the property has been enriched by the knowledge and experience of four generations who have succeeded one another here and have made it possible to enhance both the place and the production admirably. To provide you the most prestigious wines, Guy Portet, technical director, applies the Cousinié method allowing a generous nutritional contribution to the vines while significantly limiting treatments.
Vinification: Cold pre-fermentation in stainless steel and cement tanks. Vatting for 26 to 32 days.
Fermentation in thermo regulated vats at 28°C for 6 to 7 days.
Ageing: 12 months in franch oak barrels (40% of new barrels)
Blending: 50% Cabernet-sauvignon, 42% Merlot, 8% Petit verdot
Tasting note: Purple color. Intense and complex bouquet revealing notes of liquorice, currant and blueberries. A touch of white pepper. The appetizer is slightly sweet and refreshing. The body is juicy, fruity and has well integrated tannins. The structure gives them a hard time because it is lively and racy. The whole is harmonious and endowed with a beautiful aromatic intensity.
Alcohol content: 13.5%
