2020 Chateau Lamothe-Cissac Cru Bourgeois Medoc

Tis 33 hectare vineyard is located partly on the commune of Cissac adjacent to Pauillac and partly on the plateau of Vertheuil contiguous with Saint-Estèphe. The gravelly subsoil is covered with a clayey limestone topsoil in some areas and a clayey gravel topsoil in other areas. This Domaine has achieved Haute Valeur Environnementale Level 3, which is a holistic programme: biodiversity conservation, plant protection strategy, fertiliser and water management. Modern temperature-controlled vats are used for fermentation which are perfectly suited for the vinification of fine red Bordeaux wines. The wine is pumped-over daily to optimise the colour and tannin extraction from the skins followed by maceration of 4-6 weeks. Micro-oxygenation is carried out in Vat to improve the tannin structure and colour intensity.

Tasting Note:  A traditional style of Bordeaux made with a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon 60% and Merlot 35% with elegance and savoury fruit in abundance. Notes of red (blackcurrant) and jammy fruits associated with soft spices and subtle vanilla. Well-balanced palate with soft tannins and a very delicate finish. Cellaring a few years will develop a complex mix of leather, undergrowth and smoky notes.

Food match: Grilled meat, a rack of lamb or with hard cheeses.