Les Lions de La Louvière Red 2019

Les Lions de La Louvière Red

AOC Pessac-Léognan

Présentation

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.

Le vin

Cépages

Merlot : 60%

Cabernet sauvignon : 40%

Teneur en alcool

14% vol.

Conditions météorologiques

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.

Vendanges

09/18/2019

Dégustation

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.

Les informations techniques

Terroir

Deep gravel

Vigne

Pruning type: Guyot double with debudding
Grape Harvest: By hand

Vinification

In stainless-steel temperature-controlled tanks with patented cap-breaking system.

Elevage

For 12 months in oak barrels (50% new) with racking.

Le service

Service

Serve between 15°C and 17°C

Potentiel de garde

5 to 10 years

Accords gourmands

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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