AOC Pessac-Léognan
André Lurton chose this name in honour of the two impressive stone lions that watch over the entrance to Château La Louvière. The grapes come from specific plots on the estate. The wine is very attractive: elegant, round and fruity.
Varietal
Merlot : 60%
Cabernet sauvignon : 40%
Alcohol content
14% vol.
Weather conditions
2019 was marked by a fairly mild winter, resulting in early bud break. Spring rainfall was scarce and drought conditions set in in early summer. Rainfall in August provided a welcome relief for winegrowers.
Harvest
09/18/2019
Tasting
Intense, colour is cherry red, with here and there, some garnet reflections.
Complex, the nose releases a pleasant mixture of red fruits (cherry, strawberry), candied fruits; all mixed with a hint of vanilla and a light toastiness.
A nice power on the attack. On the palate, there is a beautiful expression, with a very good balance between volume and tannic structure. Once again, we appreciate the gourmet cherry notes, already perceived on the nose, slightly spicy. Good length.
Terroir
Deep gravel
In the vineyard
Pruning type: Guyot double with debudding
Grape Harvest: By hand
Winemaking
In stainless-steel temperature-controlled tanks with patented cap-breaking system.
Ageing
For 12 months in oak barrels (50% new) with racking.
Serving
Serve between 15°C and 17°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Food pairings
This is a very pleasant wine, which can be enjoyed with a chorizo omelette, a potato gratin with ceps, or even a cheese (like Camembert).
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AOC Pessac-Léognan
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AOC Pessac-Léognan
L de La Louvière | Red
AOC Pessac-Léognan
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AOC Pessac-Léognan
Les Lions de La Louvière | Dessert white
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Les Lions de La Louvière | Red
AOC Pessac-Léognan
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AOC Pessac-Léognan
Located a few kilometers south of Bordeaux, Château La Louvière is an emblematic property of the Pessac-Léognan appellation, renowned for its fine Bordeaux wines. With a winegrowing history spanning over 700 years, the Château produces red wines of great finesse and elegant white wines with excellent ageing potential. The wine tourism area and boutique welcome you all year round for wine tours and tastings in Bordeaux, an immersive experience at the heart of an exceptional terroir.
