Grand Vin De Bordeaux Medoc Cru Bourgeois | Chateau Haut Grignon

Grand Vin De Bordeaux Medoc Cru Bourgeois | Chateau Haut Grignon

Sale price€21,00
Red
Bordeaux (FR)
Médoc AOC
67% Merlot, 27% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc
Enjoy it within 6 years.
13% vol.
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Production and refinement

From a vineyard located in the city of Veleyrac, planted in 1990. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc grapes grown on clay and gravel soils, mechanically harvested.

Cold pre-maceration of the grapes for one week. Vinification and subsequent aging of the blend, with 40% in oak barrels and 60% in stainless steel tanks.

Organoleptic analysis

Visual exam

A beautiful deep ruby red color.

Olfactory examination

On the nose, it's intense and refined, with notes of ripe red fruit, almost jammy, and complex aromas of spices and wood.

Tasting

In the mouth, it's smooth, with smooth and rounded tannins; the sip is velvety, full-bodied, with just the right freshness and persistent. Very enjoyable.

Contents index

From the vineyard to the table: discover our wine

Ready for a journey to discover Grand Vin De Bordeaux Medoc Cru Bourgeois | Chateau Haut Grignon ? We will now take you to delve deeper into every aspect of this exceptional wine through three key sections:

Cellar

Come and learn about the history and values ​​of the winery which passionately grows and transforms grapes into wine

Territory

Immerse yourself in the land that gives life to these unique grapes, discovering the climate and terroir that influence its character

Pairings

Get expert advice on the perfect pairings that will enhance both the wine and your meal

The winery

Country: France

Region: Médoc (Yvelines)

Hectares of vineyards: 4

Chateau Haut Grignon

Château Haut Grignon, located in Médoc, in the renowned Bordeaux region, has a history dating back to the early 1980s when the couple Denis and Leah Ducos took over the management of the family estate. They decided to renovate and expand the property, adding new facilities and some new vineyards, resulting in the current 4 hectares of vineyards. The new winery was designed in 1985, followed by the construction of a barrel cellar and a tasting room in 1996.

Chateau Haut Grignon

The wines of Château Haut Grignon are crafted by hand following the ancient Bordeaux traditions and bear the designation of Cru Bourgeois. It is a small winery located in the north-western part of the Bordeaux appellation, whose wines are highly appreciated for their quality. Denis and Leah put their care into every stage of their wines' life, from tending the vineyards to marketing their products.

Region and territory

The best blends in the world

Bordeaux

The best blends in the world

Bordeaux

The best blends in the world

Bordeaux

The Bordeaux region is one of the most important wine territories in the world. Not only does this region reach dizzying qualitative peaks, but it has consistently maintained those results, year after year, with top-notch quality.

Centuries of tradition and pursuit of quality have raised the bar and made Bordeaux wines famous: in 80% of cases, they are imposing red wines of remarkable structure and power, but there are also examples of botrytized or noble rot wines that complete the oenological panorama and elevate Bordeaux's reputation.

Bordeaux benefits from its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. The climate is maritime: mild winters, cool summers, abundant precipitation but very well absorbed by the soil rich in stones, breccia, and sediments. The soils are highly variable on the surface, not particularly fertile, and covered by a thin layer of breccia, while the deeper layers are rich in minerals.

Regarding the classification, most wines are designated as Cru Bourgeois, but otherwise, there is no homogeneous system for the entire region.

Médoc

The Médoc is the most famous area of Bordeaux and is located to the north along the estuary of the Gironde River. The AOC Médoc is the area to the north of the region, while the southern part is called AOC Haut-Médoc.

In the Médoc, mainly red wines are produced with Cabernet Sauvignon (which provides structure), Merlot (which brings softness and elegance), Cabernet Franc (which adds aromatic complexity to the wine). Petit Verdot and Malbec are less common.

In St-Estèphe, the most interesting Cru Bourgeois of the region are produced. Further south, there is the AOC Pauillac, where three of the five Châteaux classified as Premier Cru classé are located (Château Latour, Château Mouton-Rothschild, and Château Lafitte-Rothschild).

Moving south, there is the AOC St-Julien, where the highest concentration of Crus Classés and many excellent Crus Bourgeois are found. Further down, near the coast of the Gironde, we find the AOC Margaux, with its wines famous for elegance and refinement.
The most famous area of Bordeaux, located to the north along the estuary of the Gironde River

Recommended pairings and dishes

Matching by concordance

Softness, structure, and intensity are the hallmarks of this Bordeaux blend, which pairs well with equally robust dishes, with intense aromas and flavors. The subtle spicy notes also allow for pairings with dishes that are similarly lightly spiced.

Matching by contrast

The tannin and freshness of this red wine allow pairings by contrast, with preparations featuring a certain succulence.

It pairs well with

Dishes based on red meat, game, and aged hard cheeses.

Matching by concordance

Softness, structure, and intensity are the hallmarks of this Bordeaux blend, which pairs well with equally robust dishes, with intense aromas and flavors. The subtle spicy notes also allow for pairings with dishes that are similarly lightly spiced.

Matching by contrast

The tannin and freshness of this red wine allow pairings by contrast, with preparations featuring a certain succulence.

It pairs well with

Dishes based on red meat, game, and aged hard cheeses.

Gratton de Lormont

A typical terrine from Bordeaux, made with cubes of lard, pieces of fresh ham, and pork shoulder, all cooked in a pot. A dish rich in flavors, including spices, which are important in pairing.

Mimolette

A flavorful and aromatic cow's milk cheese, especially in its aged version, which crumbles pleasantly in your hands: a great idea for sumptuous aperitifs featuring French cheeses.

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