Chateau Montlandrie Castillon 2022, 75cl

Chateau Montlandrie Castillon 2022 is primarily sourced from dedicated parcels of vines (averaging over 30 years of age) located within the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation on the limestone plateau of Saint-Étienne-de-Lisse. This cuvée represents a blend of several high-quality climates, drawing fruit from approximately twelve hectares of vines situated on a magnificent clay-limestone terrace that provides both power and a distinct mineral freshness. This vintage is a blend of 75% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. The estate is managed with a philosophy of minimal intervention, and this cuvée is crafted with the same meticulous attention to terroir as the late Denis Durantou's iconic Pomerol estates, utilizing gravity-led cellars and precise extraction to preserve the integrity of the fruit. It was aged in French oak barrels (with a moderate proportion of new oak, typically around 40%) to preserve its fresh, vibrant fruit character.

This is one of the great estates of this rising appellation. The Durantou family has had a huge impact on the development of the domaine since Denis purchased the property in 2009, proving that Castillon can rival the best of the Right Bank. Purity and clarity of style are the hallmarks here, with an essence of exuberance, but somehow also restrained fruit showing how Bordeaux can be so intense yet delicate.

Tasting Notes: These wines are juicy and charming in youth though always age worthy. Delicate, perfumed and intense. And true to form, here in 2022, we are presented with a wine which is high-toned, lifted, and superbly pure. This Chateau Montlandrie shows pretty dark-berry and plum aromas, backed by perfumed sweet spice, violet notes, and that classic limestone-driven saline minerality.

Serving Suggestion: Pairs best with robust dishes such as beef. duck, roast chicken, mushroom dishes and cured cheeses.