| Size | 75cl |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2011 |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Sub-Region | Saint-Émilion |
| Main Grape | Merlot (92%) |
| Expression | Red, Medium-Bodied and Elegant |
Tasting note
A rich and characterful St-Emilion from a small estate managed by the capable hands of Jonathan Maltus and his team. Ripe berry and plum fruit is complemented by a note of leathery complexity and delicious earthy tertiary aromas from bottle ageing. Mature and drinking beautifully now.
Viticulture
The vines are cropped low – around 30 hectolitres a hectare – four bunches to the vine (less than half the volume authorised by the Appellation), ensuring concentration. The soil/terroir is the three types that exist in Saint Emilion – sand, gravel, and clay over limestone.
Vinification
On arrival at the winery the grapes are sorted – firstly by bunch and then, after destemming, grape by grape. The wine is fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks after extreme cold maceration. The wines undergo malolactic fermentation in new French oak, and are barrel-aged in an air-conditioned cellar at 18 °C.
| Closure | Natural Cork | ||||
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| Suitable for | Vegetarians | ||||
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| pH | 3.72 | ||||
| Total Acidity | 3.42g/l Tartaric | ||||
| Residual Sugar | 0.12g/l | ||||
| Allergens | Sulphur | ||||
| SKU Code | M2140111 |