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In a few words ...
Located in the Haut-Médoc appellation, on the deep, fine gravel of the Macau and Ludon communes, the Cantemerle vineyard is subject to multiple influences, producing complex, balanced and refined wines that reflect its exceptional terroir. J. Suckling: 94-95/100
Tasting notes
Appearance
Intense color, ranging from ruby to garnet.
Aroma
Black fruit notes with cassis and blackberry, followed by empyreumatic fragrances that vary between vanilla and roasting.
Wine Empyreumatic | Fruity
Taste
The young reds are full-bodied, marked by a hint of oak and hints of sweet spices. After a few years of aging, the tannins melt.
Wine Fleshy | Fruity | Long
Product details
Keeps
10 years
Peak
-
Service
17°C
Grape varieties Cabernet-franc, Cabernet-sauvignon, Merlot, Petit verdot
Terroir Located in the north of bordeaux and at the edge of the gironde estuary, the soil is mainly composed of gravels, ie gravels that are popular in viticultures because they are known for producing qualitative wines.
Culture type
Reasoned agriculture
Alcohol
-
Content
75cl
Decanting
30 min.
Food and wine pairings
Meat
Lamb, red meats, roast guinea fowl
Cheeses
Hard mountain cheese a little dry
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jeromeC
• 7 reviews • Registered since 2021 • Reviewed on the 2011 vintage of this wine on 04/12/2021
Opened 2 hours before serving, this wine revealed great flavor and balance. Perfect with cheese.
Château Cantemerle
Château Cantemerle is a domain from the region Bordeaux in France, that produces 37 wines available to purchase, including the wine Château Cantemerle 1996.
Appellation
Haut-Médoc
The appellation Haut-Médoc is part of the region of Bordeaux from France which include Château Cantemerle and its 34 cuvées. Spread over 80% red wines, but also 11% white wines, 9% rosé, this region is 6 million hectolitres per yer (80% red wines + white wines (dry, sweet and fortified), clairet and crémant rosés).
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