LAGRAVE-MARTILLAC RED

The year was marked by very unstable weather at the start of the season, characterized by a hot and humid Spring, which resulted in a constant battle against mildew. Fortunately, the second half of the season was much better, allowing grapes to reach perfect ripeness. In general, Winter was mild, with the exception of a cool February. The bud break was at the beginning of April, much as in recent years. Flowering took place between late May and early June, during a dry, warm period. High temperatures from the 15th of May onwards, combined with heavy rainfall in June, led to extremely rapid vine growth. All the green harvesting had to be carried out in just two months instead of the usual three. The period from late July to early August was rather cool for the season, allowing the vines to slow down, and the grapes to change colour and ripen slowly. The white grape harvest began on the 28th of August with the first plots of Sauvignon Blanc. It was rare for us to have to pick on September 8th a few plots of Merlot before the end of the white harvest, because of the hot weather at the end of August and beginning of September.

Period of harvest
Merlot: September 8 to 22
Cabernet-Sauvignon: September 22 to October 5

Blending
60% Cabernet Sauvignon
40% Merlot

Tasting Notes
The wine is nicely brilliant with a deep ruby colour. The nose is charming, fresh and fruity, with aromas of ripe black fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant), enhanced by delicate vanilla notes and a subtle hint of mint, giving a very pleasant sensation of freshness. On the palate, the wine presents a nice structure: the tannins are silky, elegant and well-integrated. The wine is harmonious, with a beautiful aromatic complexity marked by fine aromas of eucalyptus leaf, prolonging the pleasant sensation of freshness felt on the nose. The finish is long and persistent, leaving an impression of finesse and balance.

Optimal Tasting
2025-2029

Service Température
Between 16°C / 61°F and 18°C / 64°F.