AOC Pessac-Léognan
Château de Cruzeau is situated on superb gravelly hilltops, perfectly oriented, and benefits from ideal natural conditions for growing vines. Its red wines are always fine and elegant, the perfect expression of the exceptional terroir of Pessac-Léognan. Delicately spicy, with notes of truffle and undergrowth, these modern, charming wines are particularly well-balanced, with freshness, a lovely structure and delicious fruit aromas.
Cépages
Merlot : 60%
Cabernet sauvignon : 40%
Teneur en alcool
13.5% vol.
Conditions météorologiques
2018 was one of the warmest years since 1900, featuring above-average temperatures, the second hottest summer to date, and abundant sunshine... Heavy rainfall in the first half of the year was followed by persistent, near-record drought conditions in September.
Vendanges
09/14/2018
Dégustation
Attractive ruby-red colour.
The bouquet is wonderfully intense, revealing a lovely combination of red fruit notes mingled with hints of vanilla, acquired during barrel ageing.
Starts out attractive and very fruity on the palate, underpinned by noticeable tannin, yet not excessively so. Delicious red fruit and vanilla notes once again come to the fore. Excellent tension on the finish, contributing a lovely long aftertaste. This fairly young wine is worth ageing two or three years to fully reveal all its qualities.
Terroir
Ridges with deep gravel
Vigne
Pruning type: Double guyot with debudding
Grape Harvest: By hand or mechanical after manual sorting at the vine
Vinification
In stainless-steel temperature-controlled tanks with patented cap-breaking system.
Elevage
For 12 months in oak barrels (30-40% new) with racking each trimester.
Service
Serve between 15°C and 17°C
Potentiel de garde
10 to 15 years
Accords gourmands
Ideal served with cheese platters, duck confit or braised lamb shank.
