A Bordeaux red with a pleasant nose of red fruit and plenty of roundness thanks to a majority of Merlot, supported by the structure of Cabernet structure. A tasty wine for any occasion, perfect for an impromptu meal with friends!
Features
Estate
Château Joinin
Vintage
2022
Designation
Bordeaux
Region
Bordeaux
Grape varieties
95% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc (encépagement du vignoble)
Terroirs
Clay-limestone soils
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
Optimum maturity with optical sorter
Winemaking
Traditional with gentle maceration in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats for 2 to 3 weeks and daily pumping over.
Breeding
12 months in stainless steel vats
Alcohol content
14,5%
Tasting & pairing
Nose
Pleasant red fruit aromas
Mouth
A beautiful roundness thanks to a majority of Merlot supported by the structure of Cabernet Franc. A modern style for any occasion
Serve
AT 16-17°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink from
2023
Drink before
2030+
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with a Caesar salad, Chinese noodle and chicken wok, barbecued meats...
Château Joinin
Bordeaux
Expert opinion
Guide Hachette des vins
Domaine noté (guide 2022) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the domain :
A family estate for 3 generations, with 25 ha tended since 1989 by Brigitte Mestreguilhem (whose family also owns Ch. Pipeau in Saint-Emilion Grand Cru). 2014 saw the arrival of Jean Mestreguilhem, Brigitte's son, an agronomy engineer who has worked at major estates in Bordeaux, California and South Africa, and who takes over the technical management of the estate.
Concours Général Agricole de Paris
Rated wine (guide 2024) Gold Medal (Concours Général Agricole Paris)
James Suckling
Rated wine (guide 2023) 89/100
About the wine:
Straightforward aromas of spiced cherries, plums, charcoal and olives follow through to a medium-bodied palate with light, juicy fruit. Firm and slightly chewy, with a medium-length finish. Drink now.
Concours des Vignerons Indépendants
Wine rated (guide 2024) Gold Medal
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4/5
out of 1 review
Note and review by M. FRANCESCO C. Published on 13/10/2024
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