This wine has nothing to envy to the prestigious classified Bordeaux as it is made by the same team as Château Nenin. Saint Michel produces a rich, concentrated, fruit-driven wine, perfect for an entry-level claret. A little gem ready to be enjoyed.
Presentation
Presentation
This small, 6-hectare property was purchased by the Delon family of Châteaux Léoville Las Cases, Clos du Marquis, and Potensac at the same time as Château Nenin in Pomerol. Located on the border of the pretty Fronsac appellation on a clay-sand soil. It could be considered as the laboratory of the Delon family. Cutting edge techniques are tried and tested at Chateau Saint Michel making it a wine at the pinnacle of technology.
Winemaking
Traditional vinification in thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks. Ageing in old oak barrels.
Varietals
Merlot : 90%
Cabernet sauvignon : 10%
Cabernet sauvignon : 10%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13,5 % vol.
GM : No.
Contains sulphites. Contains egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
17°C / 63°F
Ageing potential
10 to 15 years
Tasting
This Château Saint-Michel opens to aromas of cherries and spices woven together with mineral, fresh cut floral and tobacco. This medium-bodied red possesses a fine, silky texture and nice balance all the way through the finish. There is a lovely elegance to this wine which should flesh out and continue.
Food pairings
Pressed-uncooked cheeses such as cantal, edam, mimolette or gouda. This wine goes very well with red meats, duck, poultry or pork.
