2021

Owned and managed for several years by Englishman Bill Boulter who produces wonderful quality from his boutique estate of just nine hectares of vines in the Lussac St-Émilion appellation. Here, year after year alongside his winemaking partner Michel Danlos, he makes excellent, understated wines which fully represent the elegance of right bank Bordeaux. Very definitely an operation that flies under the radar in terms of self promotion they like to leave their wines to do all the talking.  Lussac St-Emilion is right next door to St Emilion itself and the wines often have a lot in common. . Manually harvested grapes from each parcel are vinified separately. After cold maceration and yeast inoculation, fermentation occurs with pump-overs and cap punching at 28°C. Malolactic fermentation in new barrels and tanks softens acidity. Blended in winter, the wine matures in oak and is bottled after 10–12 months.

Tasting note: A Merlot dominated right bank claret has soft and restrained fruit that still maintains good concentration and freshness accompanied with lovely developed oak spices. its earthy depth and gentle oak complement rich, savoury flavours with a touch of sweetness.

Food match:  Pairs beautifully with classic game dishes like duck or roasted lamb.