Vibrant, Powerful & Elegant Saint-Estèphe | Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel
"Vibrant and very dark crimson with black core and purplish rim. Refined but intense aroma of pure black fruit, the fruit shining above the impression of oak, though the oak is definitely present. There's pure vibrant cassis as well as sweeter blackberry and mulberry. Powerful, deliciously dry in its tannic texture. Dark, savoury and with the stony character so typical of the appellation. Chalky-chewy tannins are in perfect harmony with the fruit. Incipient elegance and a fine dry aftertaste but in no way drying."-Jancis Robinson
Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon , Merlot , Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Jancis Robinson 17/20
Wine Enthusiast 94/100
Aged in 18 months in French oak (30% new)
Cellaring: Drink now to 2040
Food Pairing: Grilled ribeye steak, lamb chops, and roasted beef are classic pairings. Beef bourguignon or other hearty, slow-cooked dishes can stand up to the wine's structure too. Also, hard, aged cheeses like Comté, Cheddar, and Gouda are excellent choices. | 🌡️ Serve between 15 and 18°C
STORY BEHIND THE WINE
Château Le Crock, a Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel in Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux, has been owned by the Cuvelier family since 1903. Its 32-hectare vineyard, situated between Châteaux Cos d’Estournel and Montrose. The estate produces structured, fruit-driven wines with aging potential, crafted under the guidance of oenologist Isabelle Davin and consultant Michel Rolland
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Fresh and Lively Rioja Gran Reserva from Top Producer
Bright, clear cherry red with ruby tones at the rim. When still in the glass, mineral aromas, notes of ink, hints of phosphorus, and a touch of white pepper and toffee appear. Swirling the glass reveals an intense and seductive wine with notes of bay leaf, sage, and rosemary, blending with the toasty aromas and cedar notes developed during its excellent aging. On the palate, juicy, pleasant, and creamy tannins, with a good combination of ripe fruit and mountain herb aromas. Long finish, with mouth-watering tannins and a pleasantly long aftertaste.
Tim Atkin 94 Pts
Blend of 90% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano
Matured for 26 months in 40% American oak and 60% French oak, followed by 36 months in the bottle
Cellaring: Drink through 2033
Food Pairing: Roast lamb, roast beef, casseroles or stews | 🌡️ Serve between 16°C and 18°C
STORY BEHIND THE WINE
This year's harvest surpassed all expectations. The alcohol content, acidity, colour intensity, and polyphenols are of the highest quality, leaving the team amazed by nature's wonder. Very high harvest quality. Grapes with high tannin content and the potential for a particularly age-worthy wine were harvested.
Bodegas de la Marquesa has been a traditionally producing winery in Rioja since its beginnings in the 19th century, mostly still using French barriques instead of large American oak barrels.
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