Château Tour Saint Bonnet – Médoc – Red – 2017:

 

Château Tour Saint-Bonnet: A Traditional Claret from Médoc

A benchmark Cru Bourgeois estate, Château Tour Saint-Bonnet represents the robust and classic style of the northern Médoc. Under the stewardship of the Lafon family for over a century, this historic property benefits from prime gravel and clay-limestone soils, yielding a concentrated and cellar-worthy claret. It’s a traditionally made wine, often aged in large oak foudres to impart a subtle, nuanced oak character rather than overt vanilla notes.

Tasting Profile

The wine showcases a deep, mature ruby hue. The bouquet is earthy and complex, revealing layered aromas of blackcurrant, plum, graphite, and dried fruit, underpinned by elegant notes of cedar and cigar box. The palate is firmly structured, medium to full-bodied, with gripping tannins that require time to fully resolve. It’s an honest, gutsy Médoc that delivers excellent flavor, finishing with a satisfying length and a hint of spice.

Service & Food Matching

• Serving Temperature: 16-18°C. Allow an hour of decanting to unlock its complex aromas, especially for older vintages.
• Food Match: A quintessential accompaniment to British classics and rich French cuisine.

Médoc 2017
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