Saint-Estèphe, Saint-Emilion, Pessac Léognan, Burgundy, Côtes de Provence… wines with beautiful aromatic response and expressions, which will grace your dishes this summer and all year round.
Château Malherbe Madame Ferrari 2021: Organic and Distinctive AOC Côtes de Provence
Château Malherbe is renowned for the quality of its signature Provence white wines, which the 17-hectare vineyard has been lively since 2021, excelling in tricolor. For the arrival of good weather, this nugget lies somewhere between land and sea in Bormes-les-Mimosas, facing the islands of Porquerolles and Port-Cros, revealing three coffees in the colors of Malherbe: Château Malherbe Pointe du Diable Blanc 2022, a new and light Provence territory characterized by its terrain Navy, Rosé Signature Château Malherbe Rosé 2022 and cuvée Château Malherbe Madame Ferrari 2021. This refined red wine is the dream wine of Madame Ferrari, the third generation of the Ferrari family at the head of the field. And the first brew of this coffee will keep its promises!
Cuvée Madame Ferrari 2021 is a blend of equal proportions of Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cinsault and Rolle grapes, from the estate’s oldest cuts. Clear and brilliant, the sapphire color predicts a complex and aromatic taste. A floral bouquet of rose and tuberose, complemented by fruity notes of blood orange and cherry, appears on the nose. Touches of Mediterranean Garrigue are revealed on the second nose. On the palate, the tasting reveals itself as spirited, elegant and greedy.
Les Pèlerins de Lafon-Rochet 2019: charming and powerful Saint-Estèphe
The vineyard of Château Lafon-Rochet, 4th Grand Cru Classé in 1855 in Saint-Estèphe, extends over 45 hectares in a single lot covering two hilltops, one gravel and the other clay. The diversity of the composition of these pebbles, the excellent natural drainage as well as the blue clay make Lavon-Rocher a unique and exceptional land. In December 2021, Vignobles Cruze-Lorenzetti acquired Château Lafon-Rochet, a historic estate in the Médoc.
Les Pèlerins de Lafon-Rochet, the property’s second wine, comes from the youngest of the vines, and forms a bit of an introduction to great wines. He benefits from the same patronage as his elder, but is appreciated from his youth. Its name refers to the pilgrims who passed through the property on their way to Santiago de Compostela. A chapel connects the palace and the vineyard.
Made from a blend of mainly 57% Merlot, 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, Les Pèlerins de Lafon-Rochet 2019 is a supple, intensely colored wine, with a nose with notes of red and black fruits and vanilla. Its mouthfeel is rich in tannin, and its balance and smooth structure make for a dense, well-balanced wine that elongates the finish.
Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune En pain perdu 2020 from Nuiton-Beaunoy: labeled wine growers
The Nuiton-Beaunoy cooperative winery brings together 80 families of winegrowers-associated producers from the Côtes, Hautes-Côtes de Beaune and Nuits, which represent 350 hectares of vineyards in the Côte d’Or and have established a cluster of localities. Like “En Pain Perdu”, whose vineyards are located in the commune of Baubigny, at the foot of the Orches slopes, at an altitude of 390 metres. The grapes, once harvested, produce wines that express all the specificity of their native climates. They carry the Vignerons Engagés brand, the first sustainable development and CSR brand dedicated to the world of wine in France. It covers the full production cycle, from working in the vineyard to the bottle you’ll enjoy looking for on your table, while considering the environmental, economic and societal impact of each action.
Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune “En pain perdu” 2020 seduces with its intense ruby colour. The nose offers notes of small red fruits, raspberries, and currants, accompanied by lovely vanilla notes. Supple and delicate, the mouth offers silky tannins and spicy aromas with a lingering finish. This wine has an aging potential of 2 to 3 years.
Château Capbern 2019: Soft and silky Saint-Estèphe complex
To the north of the Saint-Estèphe appellation, this beautiful estate extends over 38 hectares, enjoying a wonderful hilltop position overlooking the Gironde estuary and allowing for exceptional natural air conditioning. The 2019 vintage was born under the best care. Hot, dry summer conditions are reminiscent of those of the great 2018 season, where water restrictions allowed remarkable levels of ripeness to be reached for all grape varieties.
Château Capbern 2019, 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 1% Petit Verdot, once again presents a complex aromatic palette, flowers and fruits. The nose surprises with the aromas of black fruits (black currants) and sweet spices. The attack is smooth with silky tannins and a long finish. A new vintage that competes with 2016 and 2018…
Château Puyblanquet 2020: the refined and elegant Saint-Emilion Grand Cru watch
The 24-hectare property in Saint-Etienne de Lisse near Saint-Emilion, Château Puyblanquet has a 19-hectare vineyard on one lot overlooking the Dordogne Valley. It consists of limestone plateaus and cliffs of clay and limestone, and is planted with merlot and Cabernet Franc. Château Puyblanquet 2020 is the first vintage made by the Malet Roquefort family (owner of Château la Gaffelière) since its acquisition of the Domaine.
Château Puyblanquet 2020 is a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc. Dark color and nose with aromas of black fruits (cherries and blackberries), dark chocolate and licorice. A round mouth contains ripe, juicy tannins and a freshness associated with the natural composition of this generous, exciting wine.
Château Haut-Bergey Cuvée Paul 2019: sparkling and delicate Pessac-Léognan
In 1991, seduced by the advantages of its land and the charm of its home, the Garcin family became the owners of Château Haut-Bergey. Directed by Sylvain Garcin Cathiard, the estate is undergoing an extensive rehabilitation plan for its vineyards and cellars, with the adoption of the fundamentals of ecological farming. The arrival of Paul Garcin at the helm of the property in 2014 marks the conversion of this 43-hectare estate of vineyards to organic and biodynamic farming.
Made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, Cuvée Paul 2019, AOC Pessac-Léognan, develops fragrances of red fruits on the nose added to by delicate floral notes. On the palate, the wine stands out for its aromatic purity, appearing fresh and tense.
Frederick de Granvilliers
luxury magazine
Château Malherbe Madame Ferrari 2021: Organic and Distinctive AOC Côtes de Provence
Price: 45 eurosin the basement and in the online store
Les Pèlerins de Lafon-Rochet 2019: charming and powerful Saint-Estèphe
Price: 25 euros The wine merchants
Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune En pain perdu 2020 from Nuiton-Beaunoy: labeled wine growers
Price: 13.65 eurosAvailable on the website www.nuiton-beaunoy.fr
Château Capbern 2019: Soft and silky Saint-Estèphe complex
Price: 24 euros at the wine merchants
Château Puyblanquet 2020: the refined and elegant Saint-Emilion Grand Cru watch
Price: 28.80 euros The wine merchants
Château Haut-Bergey Cuvée Paul 2019: sparkling and delicate Pessac-Léognan
Price: 30 euros The wine merchants
location (locations:
www.chateau-malherbe.com
www.domaines-maletroquefort.com (Chateau Pueblancais)
www.haut-bergey.fr
www.lafon-rochet.com
www.nuiton-beaunoy.fr
www.saint-estephe.fr Château Capbern
