Chateau de Braude
75 cl
Excellent blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Alcoholic fermentations in stainless steel, thermo regulated vats followed by micro-oxygenation. Malolactic fermentations in vats.
Excellent blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Alcoholic fermentations in stainless steel, thermo regulated vats followed by micro-oxygenation. Malolactic fermentations in vats.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green | |
Nose | Aromas of raspberry and cranberry hints mixed with cedar and damp tobacco |
Palate | Packed with sweet fruit and a high amount of toasty flavours. Supported by refined tannins. |
Colour | Ruby |
Fact Sheet | |
Fluid | 75 cl |
Grape Variety | 30% Merlot, 70% Cabernet Sauvignon |
Alcohol % | 13 |
Style | Dry, Medium Bodied |
Estate/Producer | Mme Karine & Mr Régis Bernaleau |
Country | France |
Region/AOC | Haut Medoc AOC |
Vintage | 2012 |
Making Techniques | Harvest by plots of vineyard, sorting by hand. Cold macerations pre fermenting. Alcoholic fermentations in stainless steel, thermo regulated vats followed by micro-oxygenation. Malolactic fermentations in vats. |
Closure | Cork |
Cellaring/Ageing Potential | Will reach maturity in 5-7 years. Château de Braude can be laid down for 15 years. |
Awards and/or Press Quotes | |
Decanter Magazine February 2013 16.5/20Points | 'Open, rounded, full nose with raspberry and creamy hints mixed with cedar and damp tobacco. A good wine, will become elegantly expressive as it ages.' |
Guide Gilbert & Gaillard des Vins 2014 88/100 Points | 'A wine extremely harmonious on the palate , tannins are ripe, polished and the fruit expresses itself in a nice way. Lovely persistent spicy finish.' |
Decanter Magazine February 2013 | 16.5/20Points |
Guide Gilbert & Gaillard des Vins2014 | 88/100 Points |