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14.5
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88
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15
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In a few words ...
The year 2012 was punctuated by the vagaries of the weather. Winter was dry, especially in the first quarter. January temperatures were very mild, while February was particularly cold. Spring was rainy. Cool, damp weather conditions slowed vine growth. Flowering was slow and spread over the first three weeks of June, causing some heterogeneity on the vines. Rigorous work in the vineyard ensured that the vines were in the best possible condition for the development of the grapes. At the end of July, summer finally set in. August was particularly sunny and very dry, with several very hot days. Mid-veraison came a little late, around August 17. The fine weather continued into September, leading to fears that berry ripening would stall. Rain finally arrived on September 22, kick-starting the ripening cycle, a slow and gentle process that was closely monitored until the end of the season. Harvesting began on September 27 with the Merlot. The uneven ripeness of the grapes in the different plots requires a very precise and meticulous picking plan. The Cabernet Sauvignon was harvested from October 10 to 19, at full ripeness and in perfect health, despite the rainy spells. The berries were very ripe, and the musts were extremely rich, with lovely fruit and intense color. Maceration was exceptionally long (26 to 27 days), as the very thick skins of the Merlot and Cabernet grapes required more time to extract the quintessence of this vintage. At the price of constant effort and measured risk-taking at harvest time, 2012 ranks among the estate's excellent vintages of recent years.
Tasting notes
Appearance
Dense, dark garnet color, drawing on purple in its youth.
Aroma
The bouquet reveals notes of cassis, violet, mocha, vanilla, spices and licorice.
Wine Empyreumatic | Fruity | Roasted | Smoked
Taste
The wines of Saint-Estèphe have strong tannins and thus reach their maturity more slowly than most other medals. They offer black fruits, a note of freshness, often a woody or smoky aspect and a floral touch.
Wine Elegant | Fruity | Long
Product details
Keeps
20 years
Peak
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Service
17°C
Grape varieties Cabernet-franc, Cabernet-sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Petit verdot
Terroir The vineyard of st-Estèphe covers 1250 hectares in the Medoc. The soil is mostly gravelly and allows a good maturity of the grapes. The estuary of the Gironde which borders the appellation allows a very favorable thermal regulation.
Culture type
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Alcohol
13%
Content
75cl
Decanting
30 min.
Food and wine pairings
Starters
Omelette with truffles
Meat
Confit of duck, lamb.
Vegetables
Cèpes stuffed.
Guides reviews
88 / 100 Parker Wine Advocate
14.5 / 20 La Revue du Vin de France avant 2020
88 / 100 James Suckling
15 / 20 Jancis Robinson
91 / 100 Wine Spectator
87 / 100 Jean-Marc Quarin
88 / 100 Wine Decider
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BenjaminR
• 18 reviews • Registered since 2023 • Reviewed on the 2014 vintage of this wine on 14/12/2023
On the nose, notes of black fruits such as blackberry and black cherry blend harmoniously with accents of tobacco, leather and licorice. These rich aromas prepare the palate for a memorable drinking experience. On the palate, the structure is impeccable, with firm but polished tannins offering a solid foundation.
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Very good.
It's not an original wine, but it's always nice to be able to rely on a safe bet.
Château Tronquoy Lalande
Château Tronquoy Lalande is a domain from the region Bordeaux in France, that produces 12 wines available to purchase, including the wine Château Tronquoy Lalande 2011.
Appellation
Saint-Estèphe
The appellation Saint-Estèphe is part of the region of Bordeaux from France which include Château Tronquoy Lalande and its 12 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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