Château Barde-Haut – Saint-Émilion Grand Cru – Red – 2020:

 

The Elegance of Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé

Château Barde-Haut is a distinguished Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé, celebrated for its superb terroir on the clay-limestone plateau. The estate’s commitment to quality, including sustainable practices and a gravity-fed winery, yields a Right Bank Claret that perfectly balances the rich, velvety power of Merlot with the structure and freshness of its unique location.

Tasting Notes

• **Appearance:** A deep, inky purple-red hue.
• **Bouquet:** An expressive and enticing nose of dark forest fruits, notably ripe blackcurrant, plum, and liquorice, complemented by tertiary notes of cigar box, mocha, and truffle from meticulous oak aging.
• **Palate:** Generous and full, with a plush, creamy mouthfeel. The tannins are beautifully managed, providing a firm structure that is already approachable. It is a harmonious wine, combining powerful fruit concentration with a refreshing, mineral-driven lift on the long finish.

Food Pairing & Decanting

A classic Claret, this wine demands a dish of equal stature. We recommend decanting younger vintages for up to two hours. It is an excellent cellar candidate, typically reaching peak maturity between 8 and 20 years from the vintage.

Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2020
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