Clémentin de Pape Clément

Grape varieties

Merlot (70%), Cabernet Sauvignon (30%)

Producer

Bernard Magrez at Pessac (33600)

Comment

Château Pape Clément, located in Pessac in the Bordeaux region, is one of the oldest wine estates in the region, with a story dating back to 1300. Emblematic property of the Bordeaux vineyard, it owes its name to one of its former owners, Bertrand de Goth, which became Pope Clément V. Classé Grand Cru in the Pessac-Léognan appellation, the castle is recognized for its elegant wine and complexes, mainly from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grape varieties, which are distinguished by their exceptional finesse and potential. First sorting in the vineyard. Sort on vibrant tables. Stainless steel/concrete tank from 25 to 90 hl per gravity. Pre -fermentary maceration at low temperature 8 ° C. Fully manual pigeons. Duration of maceration: from 30 to 35 days. Direct flow by gravity by gravity. Malolactic fermentation in barrels. 16 -month elevation in barrels.

Tasting

Dark dress, pretty smoked, elegant and refined notes with a good tannic structure. An intense, refined wine, with a wide and rich bouquet, structured tannins and the complexity of its name.

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