More Provençal than Bordeaux in hue, Le Rosé de Potensac reveals aromas of flowers, white cherry, vine peach and citrus. Supported by well-integrated acidity, it is juicy, precise and very pure. Enjoy it on its own as an aperitif, or with shellfish, fresh fish or grilled meats...
Features
Estate
Château Potensac
Vintage
2015
Designation
Bordeaux
Region
Bordeaux
Grape varieties
39% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 29% Cabernet Franc
Terroirs
Buttes with limestone subsoil covered by clay-gravel hilltops with a high proportion of gravel
Viticulture
traditional and meticulous
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
traditional. Vatting time 15 to 18 days
Alcohol content
13%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
pale color
Nose
notes of flowers, white cherry, vine peach and citrus fruit
Mouth
Well-controlled acidity. Thirst-quenching freshness. Juicy and precise.
Serve
at 8-10°C
Drink from
2016
Drink before
2019
Food and wine pairing
goes very well with a tangy salad with prawns, avocado and citrus fruit, grilled meats with spicy, lemony flavors, marinated fish brochettes, or as an aperitif with Iberian ham.
Château Potensac
Bordeaux
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domaine rated (2021 guide) 3*Stars (High-quality production that can serve as a benchmark in its sector)
About the domain :
Arguably the most esteemed Cru in the Médoc appellation, Potensac owes its success to the quality of the winemaking teams assembled by the Delon family, owners of the château, who work to the same exacting standards as at Léoville-Las Cases. The vineyard's great age, with some Cabernet plots over 80 years old, does not prevent it from being perfectly productive! The wine possesses classic style to the highest degree, with notes of cedar on the nose and spice in the tannin, and plenty of firmness. It is currently evolving towards more immediate finesse and suppleness. The latest vintages are majestic and classy, and will console those who can no longer afford the most famous crus.
Guide Hachette des vins
Domaine noté (guide 2021) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the domain :
Situated on one of the highest points in the northern Médoc, this renowned cru, managed by Jean-Hubert Delon (Léoville Las Cases), extends over most of its 84 ha on clay-gravel hilltops with a limestone subsoil and a high proportion of gravel, a terroir similar to that of Saint-Estèphe. Not to be missed.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Domaine rated (guide 2021) 1*Star (Stars in the making or quality winemakers with a good level of production, you won't be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the domain :
As bargain hunters know, Château Potensac is the flagship of the Médoc appellation, thanks to the 300,000 bottles produced each year and the consistency of its quality. The younger brother of Léoville Las Cases, it benefits from all the team's know-how and, thanks to the ageing of the vineyard, now produces the best wine in its appellation. Delicious after two or three years in bottle, it is also capable of long ageing. Its style blends generosity and precision, without heaviness or vulgarity.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.9/5
out of 8 reviews
Note and review by M. FREDERIC B. Published on 01/08/2016
Good average
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Note and review by M. CLAUDE S. Published on 23/08/2019
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Note and review by M. ARNAUD B. Published on 01/04/2018
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Note and review by M. N L. Published on 05/06/2017
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Note and review by M. JACQUES C. Published on 09/02/2017
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Note and review by M. ARNALDO T. Published on 28/12/2016
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Note and review by M. CHRISTIAN M. Published on 16/10/2016
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Note and review by M. BENOIT K. Published on 27/07/2016
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