Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon65%
Merlot25%
Petit Verdot8%
Cabernet Franc2%
Drinking Window 2007-2028
Classification "Deuxième Grand Cru Classé"
Region Saint-Julien
Oak Aging 20 months
Oak Details 80% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak80%
Second Fill Oak20%
Oak Types Oak Barrel
Production Details 20 months in barrels with 80% new oak and 20% one-wine barrels.
Tasting Notes
Nose: cedar, jammy black fruits, smoke, truffles, new oak, cassis, cigar box, blackberry, tobacco, coffee, forest floor, plum, game, woodsmoke
Palate: blackcurrants, tension, light pepper, impressive fruit extraction, tannic, full-bodied, power, finesse
Food Pairing beef, lamb, poultry, game, veal, pork, duck, roast chicken, braised dishes, grilled dishes, red meats, cheeses
Critics Ratings Robert Parker: 97
Robert Parker97