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Saint-Émilion 2017 Château Ausone

The stylistic choice of letting the wine mature in new oak barrels does not overwhelm the presence of a delicate mineral character, which reflects .... more
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Wine Producer: Château Ausone
SKU
AFB130117
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Overview

The stylistic choice of letting the wine mature in new oak barrels does not overwhelm the presence of a delicate mineral character, which reflects the precious presence of limestone.

Details

Denomination of origin Saint-Émilion (1er Grand Cru Classé A, Bordeaux)
Grape varieties 55% cabernet sauvignon, 45% merlot
Harvest Manual, selective
Vinification Delicate pressing and maceration of the skins
Wood education 18 months in French oak barriques, 100% new oak
Taste impression The stylistic choice of letting the wine mature in new oak barrels does not overwhelm the presence of a delicate mineral character, which reflects the precious presence of limestone. Simply a unique masterpiece of complexity
Alcohol 13.50%
Serving temperature 16°C
Ideal consumption Minimum 20 years after the harvest
SKU AFB130117
Packaging Wooden box of 6
Color Red
Vintage 2017
Country of origin France
Type Dry Wine
Winemaker Château Ausone
Content 750 ml
Style Rich and complex
Agriculture Conventional
Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon
Seal Cork
Wineregion France Bordeaux
Appellation France AOC Premier Grand Cru Classé A