Château Lafon la Tuilerie, a little hidden gem covering 2 hectares. Located on a southern slope of the hill of St-Emilion, the property has all the perfect conditions: superb sun exposure, chalk and clay soils. The Château is managed by Pierre Lafon, also owner of Château Lagrave Paran.
Presentation
Presentation
Pierre Lafon describes himself as a "peasant" winemaker. Since 1999 he has been at the head of the family estate and of his famous but too confidential Château Lafon La Tuilerie, Saint Emilion Grand Cru. A winemaker with a rich character who shows you that he does not exercise a profession but realizes a passion, that of going to the end of the land he "gardens".
Winemaking
A 96-hour cold maceration, gentle and frequent pumping over, controlled fermentation temperatures (28-29 degrees), maceration
post-fermentation (30 degrees) for 4 to 5 weeks. Malolactic fermentation in new barrels before aging in 100% new barrels.
post-fermentation (30 degrees) for 4 to 5 weeks. Malolactic fermentation in new barrels before aging in 100% new barrels.
Varietal
Merlot : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 15 % vol.
GM : No.
Contains sulphites. Does not contain 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
Aromas of vanilla, truffles and fresh prunes. Ample mouthfeel full-bodied, with a long subtle finish.
Food pairings
The wines of Saint Emilion go particularly well with soft cheeses with a bloomy rind such as Saint-Marcellin, Camembert or even Brie.