Note : RVF 15,5/20
"This classic Côtes de Francs has shown flawless consistency over the years, with wines of fruity aromas and generous body, always at their best between two and five years of cellaring." (Le Grand Guide des Vins de France 2012 - Bettane & Desseauve)
Features
Estate
Château de Francs
Vintage
2005
Designation
Francs Côtes de Bordeaux
Region
Bordeaux
Grape varieties
70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc
Terroirs
Gravel and limestone
Viticulture
Average age of vines: 25 to 30 years
Winemaking
traditional
Breeding
in drums
Alcohol content
14%
Tasting & pairing
Mouth
broad, generous, with spicy wood notes reminiscent, after aeration, of the smell of planks.
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2011
Drink before
2015
Food and wine pairing
A déguster sur des viandes rouges, des gibiers, des grillades, un plateau de fromages...<br/>
Francs Castle
Francs Côtes de Bordeaux
Expert opinion
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Estate rated (2012 guide) 2**Stars (Successful production)
About the domain :
"The birthplace of the Ségur family, it was remodeled by Dominique Hébrard, former owner of Château Cheval Blanc, and Hubert de Boüard, co-owner of Château Angélus...".
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4/5
out of 3 reviews
Note and review by M. YANNICK P. Published on 16/08/2015
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Note and review by M. CLAUDE L. Published on 23/02/2013
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Note and review by M. PIERRE YVES C. Published on 03/10/2012
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