Lagrave-Martillac Red
2013
The 2013 Vintage
Winter and spring were cool, wet and humid, withdouble the average rainfall in January (151mm vs 86mm on average). The first buds appeared in April with a 15 day delay and the flowering, in June, took place even in the rain… Fortunately July was dry and hot (July was the warmest on record in the last 14 years).
Our teams worked throughout the summer in the vineyards removing leaves and rigorous green harvest in August and September. Despite the law yields, we sacrificed green clusters to allow the plants to focus their energy on the remaining clusters in order to homogenize the harvest as much as possible. Late leaf removal later facilitated additional ventilation clusters thereby reducing the risk of rots. The harvest took place 2 weeks later than average.
Period of harvest
From October 1st to 16th, 2013
Blending
60% Cabernet Sauvignon
40% Merlot
Tasting Notes
« This 2013 vintage reveals fruity and spicy aromas. The attack is supple with a structure of lightly oaked, red fruit flavours. A lovely, well-balanced finish with delicate tannins. Drinking over the next 4 to 5 years. »
Optimal Tasting
2014-2018
Service Température
Between 16°C / 61°F and 18°C / 64°F.
