Château Cantelaudette - Graves de Vayres Cuvée Prestige rouge 2018

Name: Château Cantelaudette - Graves de Vayres Cuvée Prestige red 2018
Brand: Château Cantelaudette
Rating: 3.6 (43 reviews)

Graves de Vayres|Red wine

Bordeaux

Red

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3.6/5 (43 customers)

92/100

Wine Enthusiast

2*Coup de Coeur

Hachette

merlot

precise

red meat

success

"A vintage to share

"The sparkling color is an immaculate ruby red. The result of meticulous vinification, the nose is remarkable for its precision and complexity. The resinous notes beautifully underline the black fruit and vanilla aromas. The palate is a model of harmony, which augurs well for the future if we let time do its work". (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2021) The ideal companion for everyday meals as well as moments with friends!

Features

Estate

Château Cantelaudette

Cuvée

Cuvée Prestige

Vintage

2018

Designation

Graves de Vayres

Region

Bordeaux

Grape varieties

100% Merlot

Terroirs

Between Bordeaux and Libourne, the vineyards stretch across the plateau overlooking the Dordogne River. The influence of the river and proximity to the ocean contribute to a mild climate.

Viticulture

Traditional and meticulous

Harvest

At optimum maturity

Winemaking

De-stemming, temperature-controlled fermentation with daily pumping-over in the absence of air during maceration, light stirring of the lees during malolactic fermentation.

Breeding

Partly in barrels, partly in vats

Alcohol content

13.5%

Tasting & pairing

Eye

Bright ruby red

Nose

Complex and precise, with resinous notes of black fruit and vanilla, violets and ripe strawberries with a hint of toast.

Mouth

Full of woody nuances, balanced, harmonious and delicate, very good length, just waiting to age.

Serve

AT 16-18°C

Drink from

2023

Drink before

2029

Food and wine pairing

Enjoy with red meats, grilled meats, charcuterie, cheese platters, chocolate or red fruit desserts.

Château Cantelaudette

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Expert opinion

Guide Hachette des vins

Wine rated (guide 2021) 2*Coup de Coeur (Outstanding wine)

Domaine noté (guide 2022) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)

About the wine:

The sparkling color is an immaculate ruby red. The result of meticulous vinification, the nose is remarkable for its precision and complexity. Resinous notes beautifully underline the aromas of black fruit and vanilla. The palate is a model of harmony, and if time is allowed to do its work, promises the finest of follow-ups.

About the domain :

Long a mixed farming operation, this cru, founded in 1870 by Jean-Michel Chatelier's grandfather, is now dedicated to single vineyards (55 ha), producing Graves-de-Vayres and Bordeaux wines of very consistent quality, offered under several labels.

Wine Enthusiast

Wine rated (guide 2021) 92/100

Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)

About the wine:

Aged for 12 months in wood, this wine is richly dense with solid tannins, blackberry flavors and ripe smoke. The wine is generous and full on the palate, with a structure that will soften very nicely. Drink from 2023.

Customer reviews

Customer rating

3.6/5

out of 43 reviews