FR Château Clauzet Cru Bourgeois Saint-Estèphe AOC

The Château Clauzet is a classic, structured red wine from the Saint-Estèphe appellation in the Left Bank of Bordeaux, France.

Holding the prestigious Cru Bourgeois classification, this vintage offers the signature power and aging potential of northern Médoc wines.

VINTAGE: 2017

VARIETALS: 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot

ALC: 13.0%

TASTING NOTES:

• Appearance: Deep ruby red with subtle purple hues.
• Nose: Highly aromatic. It leads with dark fruits like blackberry and cassis, layered with secondary notes of cedarwood, graphite, tobacco leaf, and subtle baking spices from oak aging.
• Palate: Medium to full-bodied with a firm, traditional Saint-Estèphe structure. It features prominent, tightly knit tannins and balanced acidity that frame the savory black fruit flavors.
• Finish: Clean, dry, and mineral-driven with good length.

FOOD PAIRINGS: 

Pairs exceptionally well with hearty, protein-rich dishes that cut through the wine’s tannins:

• Roasted lamb chops with rosemary and garlic.
• Grilled ribeye steak or prime rib.
• Duck breast with a berry reduction.
• Aged hard cheeses like Comté or Gouda.

90 Points JamesSuckling

VIVINO 3.9

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