Le Puy - Cuvée Barthélemy 2016
14.5%
0.75L
Intensity
One of the domain's finest, single-parcel cuvées.
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Le Puy - Cuvée Barthélemy 2016
The wine
The Barthélemy du Puy cuvée de is produced from vines that are managed according to biodynamic principles. The plot where the vines grow is called "Les Rocs", and it is planted with a mixture of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is aged in barrels for 24 months and then bottled without filtration.
About the Producer Le Puy
The Amoreau family have been making wine since 1610, between Libourne and Bergerac. Château Le Puy is undoubtedly one of Bordeaux's most innovative estates; the vines are grown biodynamically, new wood has always been banned, and the producers use very little sulphur during production. Their cuvées are quite the opposite of standardised, with a pleasant rustic profile and an easy-drinking side that might be surprising for a Bordeaux. Such qualities have been roundly lauded since the 2003 vintage was called the best wine in the world by the famous Japanese manga comic ‘Les Gouttes de Dieu'. Here, originality is a family tradition, and they are even pushing for the creation of their own “Le Puy” appellation. One to watch!
Detailed characteristics
Quantity : 1 bottle
Level : 1 NormalObservations : 1 Normal, 1 Wax capsuleOrigin : private individual
Type of cellar : underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT : no
Original wooden case / Original case : no
French customs seal : no
Alcohol percentage : 14.5 %
Region : Bordeaux
Appellation : Côtes de Francs
Owner : Jean-Pierre et Pascal Amoreau
Vintage : 2016
Colour : red
Ageing potential : drink until 2048
Service temperature : 16°
Size (in ha) : 50 hectares
Intensity : classic
Leading aroma : black fruit
Tasting occasion : food-friendly wine