Chateau Tour du Cauze Grand Cru 2022
Country
France
Region
Bordeaux - St Emilion & Pomerol
Producer
Chateau Tour du Cauze
Grape(s)
Merlot (90%)
Cabernet Sauvignon (10%)
Type
Red
Style
Smooth
Oaked Style
Oaked
Body Style
Full bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Not applicable
Alcohol Content
14%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
No
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
No
Vegan
No
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
Saint-Émilion and Pomerol sit next to each other on the right bank of Bordeaux. Saint-Émilion is home to some of the most prestigious wines in the world such as Cheval Blanc and Angelus. Only red wine qualifies for the appellation and is predominately made from Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Pomerol is located in the east of the Bordeaux region, near Saint-Émilion. While most appellations are named after a village or town within their boundaries, Pomerol has no such epicentre. Pomerol is an 800ha gravel bank with boasts the famous names of Petrus and Le Pin and produces wines made predominantly out of Merlot.
Producer
Château Tour du Cauze is located to the east of the Saint Emilion plateau on Bordeaux`s Right Bank. The current château was built in 19th century on the ruins of a medieval castle. The estate has been owned by the Laporte family since 1986, they also own the neighbouring Château Cauze, another Grand Cru. The estate is known for producing elegant, well-structured wines that show the richness and depth of St Emilion`s terroir.
Tasting Notes
Primarily merlot based, this offering from Château Tour du Cauze is elegant and enticing, with intense aromas of ripe redcurrants, blackberries and spice. A beautiful deep ruby hue the wine combines perfectly silky tannins with lingering, powerful notes of black cherry, spice undertones and coffee to finish. Full bodied and supple on the palate, the gentle oak character gives the wine plenty of depth, structure and complexity.
Food
Will partner roast meats, game, beef Wellington and a great match for a selection of strong cheeses.
