Château de Cruzeau 2016
13.5%
2.25L
Intensity
A Pessac that can be enjoyed in its youth.
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Château de Cruzeau 2016
The wine
Quite atypical this side of the Garonne, this wine is a blend of 60% Merlot with 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. The harvests are undertaken both by hand and using machinery depending on the parcels concerned. The juice is fermented in stainless steel and the wine is then matured in French, oak casks (40% new wood) for 12 months. This wine has a lovely, ruby colour. Its nose opens on a mix of red fruits and vanilla, the latter deriving from the cask maturation. The palate is intensely tannic without being excessive. The red fruit flavour is found again here. It will pair wonderfully with game, red meat, or even a cheese board. In terms of ageing, this wine will have already developed well in around 3 years, although it can be kept for up to a decade.
About the Producer Château de Cruzeau (Pessac-Léognan)
Located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation, this vineyard has an excellent terroir. This property produces nice red and white wines, which deserve amateurs’ attention.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity : 3 bottles
Level : 3 NormalObservation : 3 Marginally marked labelOrigin : private individual
Type of cellar : underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT : no
Original wooden case / Original case : no
French customs seal : no
Alcohol percentage : 13.5 %
Region : Bordeaux
Appellation : Pessac-Léognan
Owner : André Lurton
Vintage : 2016
Colour : red
Service temperature : 16°
Size (in ha) : 50 hectares
Volume : 160000 bottles
Intensity : classic
Leading aroma : black fruit
Tasting occasion : food-friendly wine