Chateau Cantemerle 2019
Château Cantemerle, located in the Haut-Médoc region of Bordeaux, is renowned for its elegant and balanced wines. The 2019 vintage exemplifies the estate's commitment to producing wines of subtlety and depth. With a deep garnet color, this wine offers aromas of blackberry, cranberry, and black currant, leading to flavors of cassis and oak on the palate. It is crafted for those who appreciate a refined and gentle style, perfect for savoring quietly.
Composition: Primarily Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, blended for complexity. The vines are planted on gravelly soils, ideal for drainage and vine health.
Winemaking: Traditional fermentation methods are employed, ensuring the expression of terroir and varietal character.
Aging: Aged in oak barrels, enhancing the wine's texture and integrating flavors over time.
Wine Critic Reviews
Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider (92): Quite savory with a bouquet of herbs, wet earth, currants, spice and cocoa. Medium-bodied, soft, fresh, earthy, forward and earthy, give it a few years in the cellar before pulling the cork. Drink from 2024-2037.
Wine Spectator (90): About Wine Spectator
Tim Atkin (90): For reports and full tasting notes, go to Tim Atkin MW's website.
Description
Château Cantemerle, located in the Haut-Médoc region of Bordeaux, is renowned for its elegant and balanced wines. The 2019 vintage exemplifies the estate's commitment to producing wines of subtlety and depth. With a deep garnet color, this wine offers aromas of blackberry, cranberry, and black currant, leading to flavors of cassis and oak on the palate. It is crafted for those who appreciate a refined and gentle style, perfect for savoring quietly.
Composition: Primarily Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, blended for complexity. The vines are planted on gravelly soils, ideal for drainage and vine health.
Winemaking: Traditional fermentation methods are employed, ensuring the expression of terroir and varietal character.
Aging: Aged in oak barrels, enhancing the wine's texture and integrating flavors over time.
Wine Critic Reviews
Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider (92): Quite savory with a bouquet of herbs, wet earth, currants, spice and cocoa. Medium-bodied, soft, fresh, earthy, forward and earthy, give it a few years in the cellar before pulling the cork. Drink from 2024-2037.
Wine Spectator (90): About Wine Spectator
Tim Atkin (90): For reports and full tasting notes, go to Tim Atkin MW's website.
