Château Carbonnieux Rouge – Pessac-Léognan – Red – 2022:

 

The Pedigree of Pessac-Léognan: Château Carbonnieux

As a Grand Cru Classé de Graves for both its red and white wines, Château Carbonnieux represents the very best of the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Its centuries-old vineyard sits atop the region’s famous gravel (graves) slopes, yielding a red wine of exceptional balance, elegance, and age-worthiness.

Tasting Notes (Château Carbonnieux Red)

• Colour: A deep, vibrant ruby, showing its concentration and quality.
• Nose: Elegant and expressive, offering layers of black fruit (cassis, black cherry) complemented by classic secondary notes of pencil lead, toasted spice, and a hint of forest floor.
• Palate: Full and well-defined, with a seamless, structured core. The tannins are fine and velvety, providing an authoritative yet smooth mouthfeel. The finish is long, clean, and unmistakably ‘Claret’.

Food Pairing & Service

Serving at 17-18°C (62-65°F) is ideal, ideally after decanting to allow the tertiary aromas to emerge. The wine is a magnificent accompaniment to rich, classic British fare.

• Classic Pairings: Traditional Roast Leg of Lamb with rosemary and garlic, Beef Casserole, Mature farmhouse cheeses.
• Ageing Potential: Excellent, a wine to lay down and enjoy over the next two decades.

Pessac-Léognan 2022
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