From a varied soil combining marl and silt, this deep-colored 100% Merlot releases delicate aromas of ripe fruit, accompanied by hints of vanilla, leather and truffle. Body, finesse and balance characterize this fine vintage, and its structure ensures excellent ageing potential... Enjoy it now!
Features
Estate
Château Laclaverie
Vintage
2010
Designation
Francs Côtes de Bordeaux
Region
Bordeaux
Grape varieties
100% Merlot
Terroirs
clay-limestone, marl and silt on clay subsoil
Viticulture
row grassing, leaf thinning and thinning out
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
fermentation in temperature-controlled concrete vats, maceration with regular pumping over three weeks
Breeding
in 1- and 2-wine barrels for 18 months
Alcohol content
14,5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
deep, limpid colour
Nose
with delicate aromas of ripe fruit, vanilla, leather and truffles
Mouth
body, finesse and balance, its structure ensures excellent ageing
Serve
at 16-17°C
Open
1h before
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2018
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with red and roasted meats, game and mature cheeses...
Château Laclaverie
Francs Côtes de Bordeaux
Customer reviews
Customer rating
2.8/5
out of 4 reviews
Note and review by M. JEAN NOEL L. Published on 13/03/2016
Lovely nose (ripe Merlot). Ample and suave on the palate, rather round and fruity. Good Q/P ratio. Goes well with grilled red meat (BBQ).
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Note and review by M. MARY V. Published on 20/02/2019
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Note and review by M. RICHARD C. Published on 27/01/2019
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Note and review by M. JOSE LUIS F. Published on 12/12/2018
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