Chateau Jeanrousse 2010 75cl
75 cl
95% Melot and 5% Cabernet Franc aged for 12 months in American oak barrels (1/3 new, 1/3 1 Year & 1/3 2 Year old)
95% Melot and 5% Cabernet Franc aged for 12 months in American oak barrels (1/3 new, 1/3 1 Year & 1/3 2 Year old)
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green | |
Nose | Very nice spice and subtly oaky on the nose |
Palate | Sturdy wine with powerful finish. A very subtle and elegant Fronsac. |
Colour | Dark and deep Ruby |
Fact Sheet | |
Fluid | 75 cl |
Grape Variety | 95% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc |
Alcohol % | 13.5 |
Style | Dry, Full Bodied |
Estate/Producer | Chateau Jeanrousse |
Country | France |
Region/AOC | Bordeaux |
Vintage | 2010 |
Making Techniques | Harvest coming from high density vines. Long winemaking in small concrete tanks. Maceration during 3 weeks. Alcoholic fermentation under 28ºC temperature. Pumping-over by hand. 12 Months in US oak. 1/3 new barrels, 1/3 once used, 1/3 twice used |
Closure | Cork |
Cellaring/Ageing Potential | 10 Years+ |
Awards and/or Press Quotes | |
2012 | Concours General Agricole Paris 2012- Silver Medal. |
2013 | Decanter World Wine Awards- Commended Medal |