Noroît Red 2021

Noroît | Red

AOC Pessac-Léognan

Presentation

Noroît is a single-varietal micro-cuvée from Château de Rochemorin. Its name is inspired by a seafaring term meaning a north-westerly wind, and echoes the estate's most north-westerly parcel. A confidential wine made from a historic Bordeaux grape variety with long Médoc roots, Petit Verdot. This terroir, rich in organic matter, provides optimal conditions for the full expression of its aromatic potential. With a fine tannic structure, fatness and freshness, it reveals notes of black fruit and cedar, which give it a lot of deliciousness. Good ageing potential. Only 1,200 bottles produced each year.

The wine

Varietal

Petit verdot : 100%

Alcohol content

13% vol.

Weather conditions

2021 was marked by very capricious weather. There was a lot of rain in the spring. An episode of frost at the beginning of April caused major damage. The summer was very mild, with no extreme heat. At the end of August, fine weather set in, with high temperatures during the day and cool nights: ideal conditions for ripening the grapes. These last few weeks were crucial to the success of this vintage.

Harvest

12 October 2021

Tasting

This 100% Verdot reveals an intense red color with deep purple highlights, reflecting its concentration.
The expressive and perfectly balanced nose showcases a beautiful aromatic complexity, dominated by ripe black fruits such as blackberry, complemented by elegant hints of cocoa and a subtle woodiness from meticulous aging.
Structured on the palate, combining fullness and precision, with a lovely sweetness that adds volume to the mid-palate. The tannins are fine and perfectly integrated, with a long, smooth finish that is not at all aggressive. This 2021 vintage is a great success, reflecting the full potential of this unique grape variety.

Technical information

Terroir

Deep gravel on clay subsoil

In the vineyard

Pruning type: Double Guyot
Grape harvest: Manual harvesting

Winemaking

Vinification in thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks. Maceration for 3 weeks.

Ageing

Aged in 250 and 500 litre barrels (50% new wood).

Serving

Serving

Serve between 15°C and 17°C

Ageing potential

10 to 15 years

Food pairings

Rack of lamb (with seasonal mushrooms and sautéed ratte potatoes), grilled duck breast, strong cheeses (such as Brie or Camembert).

Château de Rochemorin

Château de Rochemorin

Château de Rochemorin is located on one of the highest gravelly hilltops in the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Formerly owned by the famous philosopher Montesquieu, the Château is characterized by the great diversity of its terroir. Rigorous soil mapping has enabled us to match each grape variety to the terroir best suited to it. Its white wines seduce with their remarkable aromatic palette, combining freshness and complexity, while its red wines embody the finesse and elegance of great Bordeaux wines.