2020 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Merlot
Region Pomerol
Soil Deep gravel and clay (two-thirds); clay and loam (one-third)
Harvest Dates 14 Sep 2020 to 22 Sep 2020
Vine Age 25
Fermentation Vessels Temperature-controlled concrete and stainless-steel vats
Oak Details 40% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak40%
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Certified HVE level 3 and described as culture raisonnée, with soil tilling and vine-growth management adapted to climatic conditions. Grapes were harvested manually and double sorted manually and optically. Maceration and extraction were gentle and controlled; maturation lasted 16–18 months in French oak barrels.
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2019 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Merlot
Region Pomerol
Soil Deep gravel and clay (two-thirds); clay and loam (one-third)
Harvest Dates 18 Sep 2019 to 24 Sep 2019
Vine Age 25
Fermentation Vessels Temperature-controlled concrete and stainless-steel vats
Oak Details 40% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak40%
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Viticulture is described as culture raisonnée, with soil tilling and vine-growth management adapted to climatic conditions. Grapes were harvested manually and double sorted manually and optically. Maceration and extraction were gentle and controlled; maturation lasted 16–18 months in French oak barrels.
Tasting Notes Great maturity and freshness; subtle black pepper; complex, savory palate; distinguished, elegant tannic structure; persistent finish
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2018 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Merlot
Region Pomerol
Soil Deep gravel and clay (two-thirds); clay and loam (one-third)
Vine Age 25
Fermentation Vessels Temperature-controlled concrete and stainless-steel vats
Oak Details 40% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak40%
Oak Types French oak
Production Details The vineyard was planted to 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Viticulture is described as culture raisonnée, with soil tilling and vine-growth management adapted to climatic conditions. Grapes were harvested manually and double sorted manually and optically. Maceration and extraction were gentle and controlled; maturation lasted 16–18 months in French oak barrels.
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2017 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Merlot
Region Pomerol
Soil Deep gravel and clay (two-thirds); clay and loam (one-third)
Vine Age 25
Fermentation Vessels Temperature-controlled concrete and stainless-steel vats
Oak Details 40% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak40%
Oak Types French oak
Production Details The vineyard was planted to 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Viticulture is described as culture raisonnée, with soil tilling and vine-growth management adapted to climatic conditions. Grapes were harvested manually and double sorted manually and optically. Maceration and extraction were gentle and controlled; maturation lasted 16–18 months in French oak barrels.
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