Wine Region: Bordeaux - France
Grape: 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Malbec
Tasting notes: Offers aromas of red currant, fruitcake, violet, cocoa, baking spice and oak. The wine is full-bodied, with supple tannins and a well-integrated finish. On the palate: Fresh and vibrant fruit of red plum and raspberry, black pepper, leather, spice, dill and cedar.
About the winery:
The Carreau family, now in their 7th generation are, since 1832, owners of Chateau L’ Escadre. The chateau is comprised of 60 Hectares and is located on the hillsides overlooking the Gironde river, in the heart of the “Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux” appellation.
The family motto is to respect and adhere to proven traditional ways in producing great wines while continuously seeking to improve one’s knowledge and applying improved techniques where warranted. Sebastien Carreau is in charge of wine making and Nicolas Carreau is in charge of managing the property and marketing.
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