Chateau La Chapelle Aux Moines, Saint Emilion Grand Cru

75 cl

Blend of 80% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc and 7% Cabernet Sauvignon that is aged for 12 months in 25% (vats) and 75% (French oak barrels). The casks are 25% new, and 25% of 1, 2 and 3 year-old. 

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Chateau La Chapelle Aux Moines, Saint Emilion Grand Cru

Blend of 80% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc and 7% Cabernet Sauvignon that is aged for 12 months in 25% (vats) and 75% (French oak barrels). The casks are 25% new, and 25% of 1, 2 and 3 year-old. 

Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
Nose Quite herbaceous and vibrant on the nose with aromas of mint, cassis, some green peppers and eucalyptus.
Palate The palate is dry and medium bodied with good acidity. This has good structure with dusty tannins that are well balanced. Nicely developed flavours with characters of cassis, mint, and minerals (pencil lead). Shows good balance and development.
Colour Ruby red in colour with a pink/ruby rim.
Fact Sheet
Fluid 75 cl
Grape Variety 80% Merlot, 13% Cabernet France, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol % 12.5
Estate/Producer Chateau La Chapelle Aux Moines
Country France
Region/AOC Saint Emilion
Vintage 2011
Making Techniques Traditional winemaking in concrete vats with temperature control. Vatting for 21 days minimum. Aged for 12 months in vats (25%) and oak barrels (75%), with 25% new oak, 25% barrels of 1 year, 25% barrels of 2 years, and 25% barrels of 3 years.
Closure Cork
Serving Suggestion
Serving Suggestion Best enjoyed with red meats such as lamb beef or steak