CHÂTEAU 2018

The Wine

Drawing from the savoir-faire of six generations of winemaking in Bordeaux, CHÂTEAU is the expression of a vintage. Created without the constraints of imitating Left Bank or Right Bank style, this wine is blended to showcase the character of the growing season. Complexity, subtlety, and elegance are privileged over outright power and concentration, but this remains and bold and age-worthy wine. 75% Merlot, 17% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc. Unfined and unfiltered, this wine was bottled in August 2020. From 17 barrels, 410 cases were produced.

Tasting Notes

With dark fruit, stony minerality, and subtle oak on the nose, the palate reveals a dense texture and concentrated black fruit character. Firm tannins frame a precise and focused finish. The 2018 CHÂTEAU should drink best from 2022-2032. If opened in its youth, we recommend decanting 30 minutes before serving. Decant for sediment as needed. Serve at 17-18 degrees celsius. Pair with braised meats, lamb or duck, roasted root vegetables, and mushrooms.

Unfined and unfiltered, this wine was bottled in August 2020. From 17 barrels, 410 cases were produced. Technical specifications here.

Siobhan Turner, MW

“Plum, black currant and blackberry nose, with a hint of blossom. Fresh acidity, good length, and a pleasant and moderately long finish. Well-integrated oak and good complexity.” (Best of the Bench finalist)

93 pts - Gismondi on Wine

"The best of the best that we tasted in British Columbia last year" - Geoffrey Moss MW