2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
pH 3.7
Total Acidity 4.1 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec
Merlot66%
Cabernet Sauvignon18%
Cabernet Franc12%
Malbec4%
Classification AOC Bergerac
Region Bergerac
Soil Limestone
Vineyard Yield 48 hL/ha
Vine Age 10-25 years
Oak Aging 12 months
Oak Details 100% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak100%
Oak Types French oak barrels
Bottling Date May 2020
Serving Temperature 16-18°C · 61-64°F
Production Volume 30,000 bottles
Bottles30,000
Production Details 12 months, 100% in barrels. Bottling: 05/2020. Density: 5,000 vines/ha. Yield: 48 hl/ha. Vine age: Merlot 25 yrs, Cabernet Sauvignon 20 yrs, Cabernet Franc 15 yrs, Malbec 10 yrs.
Tasting Notes
Nose: blackberry, blackcurrant, black cherry, cedar, leather, spice, vanilla
Palate: round, velvety, intense tannic structure, power, concentration, silky tannins, long intense finish
Food Pairing red meats, game, mature cheeses
2017 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
pH 3.57
Total Acidity 3.4 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec
Merlot60%
Cabernet Sauvignon20%
Cabernet Franc10%
Malbec10%
Classification AOC Bergerac
Region Bergerac
Soil Limestone
Vineyard Yield 52 hL/ha
Oak Aging 12 months
Bottling Date 22 May 2019
Production Volume 18,500 bottles
Bottles18,500
Production Details 12 months, 100% in barrels. Bottling: 22/05/2019. Density: 5,000 vines/ha. Yield: 52 hl/ha. Vine age: Merlot 25 yrs, Cabernet Sauvignon 20 yrs, Cabernet Franc 15 yrs, Malbec 10 yrs.
Tasting Notes
Nose: ripe enticing aromas
Palate: harmonious, wonderful balance, complexity, long persistent finish
Food Pairing red meats, game, aged cheeses
2016 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
pH 3.59
Total Acidity 3.4 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec
Merlot72%
Cabernet Sauvignon12%
Cabernet Franc8%
Malbec8%
Classification AOC Bergerac
Region Bergerac
Soil Limestone
Vineyard Yield 62 hL/ha
Oak Aging 12 months
Bottling Date 22 May 2018
Production Volume 15,300 bottles
Bottles15,300
Production Details 12 months, 100% in barrels. Bottling: 22/05/2018. Density: 5,000 vines/ha. Yield: 62 hl/ha. Vine age: Merlot 25 yrs, Cabernet Sauvignon 20 yrs, Cabernet Franc 15 yrs, Malbec 10 yrs.
Tasting Notes
Nose: ripe red fruits, spice
Palate: beautiful creaminess, deep red colour
Food Pairing red meats, game, cheeses
2015 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
pH 3.56
Total Acidity 3.55 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Merlot46%
Cabernet Sauvignon30%
Cabernet Franc24%
Classification AOC Bergerac
Region Bergerac
Soil Limestone
Vineyard Yield 52 hL/ha
Oak Aging 12 months
Bottling Date 17 May 2017
Production Volume 30,000 bottles
Bottles30,000
Production Details 12 months, 100% in barrels. Bottling: 17/05/2017. Density: 5,000 vines/ha. Yield: 52 hl/ha. Vine age: Merlot 25 yrs, Cabernet Sauvignon 20 yrs, Cabernet Franc 15 yrs.
Tasting Notes
Nose: ripe fruits, cinnamon, black pepper, cardamom, leather, toasted notes
Palate: rich, complex, incredible length, perfect balance
Food Pairing hare stew, wild boar, chocolate desserts
2014 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
pH 3.57
Total Acidity 3.48 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Merlot68%
Cabernet Sauvignon21%
Cabernet Franc11%
Classification AOC Bergerac
Region Bergerac
Soil Limestone
Vineyard Yield 54 hL/ha
Oak Aging 12 months
Bottling Date 17 May 2016
Production Volume 29,900 bottles
Bottles29,900
Production Details 12 months, 100% in barrels. Bottling: 17/05/2016. Density: 5,000 vines/ha. Yield: 54 hl/ha. Vine age: Merlot 25 yrs, Cabernet Sauvignon 20 yrs, Cabernet Franc 15 yrs.
Tasting Notes
Nose: strawberry, raspberry, blackcurrant, green pepper, undergrowth
Palate: firm integrated tannins, sweet black fruit, velvety smooth finish, great aging potential
Food Pairing red meats, game, aged cheeses
2012 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
pH 3.57
Total Acidity 3.42 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec
Merlot59%
Cabernet Sauvignon26%
Malbec15%
Classification AOC Bergerac
Region Bergerac
Soil Limestone
Vineyard Yield 45 hL/ha
Oak Aging 12 months
Bottling Date 6 May 2014
Production Volume 56,000 bottles
Bottles56,000
Production Details 12 months, 100% in barrels. Bottling: 06/05/2014. Density: 5,000 vines/ha. Yield: 45 hl/ha. Vine age: Merlot 25 yrs, Cabernet Sauvignon 20 yrs, Malbec 8 yrs.
Tasting Notes
Nose: red fruits, spicy vanilla oak, roasted hazelnuts
Palate: powerful, smooth, balanced, great aging potential
Food Pairing rich dishes, game, red meats, cheeses
2011 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
pH 3.65
Total Acidity 3.52 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc
Merlot64%
Cabernet Sauvignon17%
Malbec14%
Cabernet Franc5%
Classification AOC Bergerac
Region Bergerac
Soil Limestone
Vineyard Yield 30 hL/ha
Oak Aging 15 months
Bottling Date 10 May 2013
Production Volume 22,000 bottles
Bottles22,000
Production Details 15 months in barrels & vats. Bottling: 10/05/2013. Density: 5,000 vines/ha. Yield: 30 hl/ha. Vine age: Merlot 25 yrs, Cabernet Sauvignon 20 yrs, Malbec 8 yrs, Cabernet Franc 15 yrs.
Tasting Notes
Nose: fruitcake, oak, spices, black cherries
Palate: complex, intense, velvety, creamy, fine tannins
Food Pairing beef, wild boar stew
2010 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 15.0%
pH 3.59
Total Acidity 3.58 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc
Merlot58%
Cabernet Sauvignon21%
Malbec11%
Cabernet Franc10%
Classification AOC Côtes de Bergerac
Region Bergerac
Soil Limestone
Vineyard Yield 30 hL/ha
Oak Aging 15 months
Bottling Date 24 Aug 2012
Production Volume 24,000 bottles
Bottles24,000
Production Details 15 months in barrels & vats. Bottling: 24/08/2012. Density: 5,000 vines/ha. Yield: 30 hl/ha. Vine age: Merlot 25 yrs, Cabernet Sauvignon 20 yrs, Malbec 8 yrs, Cabernet Franc 15 yrs.
Tasting Notes
Nose: white pepper, black fruits, cherry jam, mocha, cedar
Palate: powerful, concentrated, rich, round, creamy, fine tannins, extremely long finish
Food Pairing rib of beef, wild boar stew
2009 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
pH 3.69
Total Acidity 3.36 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Merlot58%
Malbec20%
Cabernet Sauvignon12%
Cabernet Franc10%
Classification AOC Côtes de Bergerac
Region Bergerac
Soil Limestone
Vineyard Yield 30 hL/ha
Oak Aging 15 months
Bottling Date 17 Aug 2011
Production Volume 24,300 bottles
Bottles24,300
Magnums1,500
Production Details 15 months in barrels & vats. Bottling: 17/08/2011. Density: 5,000 vines/ha. Yield: 30 hl/ha. Vine age: Merlot 25 yrs, Cabernet Sauvignon 20 yrs, Malbec 8 yrs, Cabernet Franc 15 yrs.
Tasting Notes
Nose: blueberry, ripe fig, toasted almond, nutmeg
Palate: opulent, fruity, harmonious, long finish, finely integrated tannins
Food Pairing red meats, game, aged cheeses
2008 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
pH 3.62
Total Acidity 3.59 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Merlot58%
Malbec20%
Cabernet Sauvignon12%
Cabernet Franc10%
Classification AOC Côtes de Bergerac
Region Bergerac
Soil Limestone
Vineyard Yield 30 hL/ha
Oak Aging 15 months
Bottling Date 4 Oct 2010
Production Volume 8,400 bottles
Bottles8,400
Production Details 15 months in barrels & vats. Bottling: 04/10/2010. Density: 5,000 vines/ha. Yield: 30 hl/ha. Vine age: Merlot 25 yrs, Cabernet Sauvignon 20 yrs, Malbec 8 yrs, Cabernet Franc 15 yrs.
Tasting Notes
Nose: black fruits, sweet spices, dark chocolate
Palate: complex, well-balanced, velvety tannins, good structure
Food Pairing red meats, game, aged cheeses
2007 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
pH 3.87
Total Acidity 3.4 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc
Merlot58%
Cabernet Sauvignon17%
Malbec17%
Cabernet Franc8%
Classification AOC Côtes de Bergerac
Region Bergerac
Soil Limestone
Vineyard Yield 30 hL/ha
Oak Aging 16 months
Bottling Date 11 Jun 2009
Production Volume 7,000 bottles
Bottles7,000
Production Details 16 months in barrels. Bottling: 11/06/2009. Density: 5,000 vines/ha. Yield: 30 hl/ha. Vine age: Merlot 25 yrs, Cabernet Sauvignon 20 yrs, Malbec 8 yrs, Cabernet Franc 15 yrs.
Tasting Notes
Nose: black cherries, toast, spices
Palate: well-balanced, silky refined tannins, gentle liquorice, nutmeg finish
Food Pairing red meats, game, aged cheeses
2006 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
pH 3.6
Total Acidity 3.89 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Merlot52%
Cabernet Sauvignon40%
Cabernet Franc8%
Classification AOC Côtes de Bergerac
Region Bergerac
Soil Limestone
Vineyard Yield 35 hL/ha
Oak Aging 20 months
Bottling Date 2 Sep 2008
Production Volume 7,500 bottles
Bottles7,500
Production Details 20 months in barrels. Bottling: 02/09/2008. Density: 5,000 vines/ha. Yield: 35 hl/ha. Vine age: Merlot 25 yrs, Cabernet Sauvignon 20 yrs, Cabernet Franc 15 yrs.
Tasting Notes
Nose: black berries, white pepper
Palate: silky tannins, delicacy, complexity, rich, tempered
Food Pairing red meats, game, cheeses
2005 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
pH 3.46
Total Acidity 4.26 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Merlot60%
Cabernet Sauvignon32%
Cabernet Franc8%
Classification AOC Côtes de Bergerac
Region Bergerac
Soil Limestone
Vineyard Yield 35 hL/ha
Oak Aging 20 months
Bottling Date 13 Sep 2007
Production Volume 10,500 bottles
Bottles10,500
Production Details 20 months in barrels. Bottling: 13/09/2007. Density: 5,000 vines/ha. Yield: 35 hl/ha. Vine age: Merlot 25 yrs, Cabernet Sauvignon 20 yrs, Cabernet Franc 15 yrs.
Tasting Notes
Nose: dark fruits, mint chocolate
Palate: powerful structure, silky tannins, black cherries, spice
Food Pairing all types of meat
Producer Information
Website
Address
Le Bourg, 24240 Thenac, France
Phone
+33 5 53 61 36 85
Owner
Shvidler family
Cellarmaster
Yvan Serieux