Château de Camensac Haut-Médoc 2018 - Grand Cru Classé
Bordeaux
Red
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Drink or Keep
Wooden crate
94/100
Wine Enthusiast
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92/100
James Suckling
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92/100
Decanter
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92/100
Yves Beck
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92/100
RVF
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91/100
Vinous
"Very charming, 2018 signs a major success for the vintage! ~ La RVF "
"Lovely deep ruby color and excellent aromatic finesse from the oak, which doesn't dominate but adds layers of smoke to the black currant and black cherry fruit. This wine is both nuanced and complex. It's a gourmet wine that opens with dark chocolate and licorice. Clearly interesting, with ageing potential". (Decanter 2020) - Delivery in wooden case possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).
Features
Estate
Château Camensac
Cuvée
5ème Grand Cru Classé
Vintage
2018
Designation
Haut-Médoc
Region
Bordeaux
Grape varieties
50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Merlot
Terroirs
Soils of fine, deep gravel on a limestone substrate
Viticulture
Reasoned and HVE certified (biodynamic trials on 7 hectares)
Harvest
Manual selective
Winemaking
Destemming and crushing, alcoholic fermentation at 28°C (6 days) followed by maceration (3 weeks), daily pumping over and/or punching of the cap, run-off and pneumatic pressing, entonnage, malolactic fermentation in barrels.
Breeding
14 to 18 months in French oak barrels (60% new)
Alcohol content
14%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Dark, brilliant, clear colour
Nose
Before shaking, notes of redcurrants and raspberries. After shaking, floral aromas of fresh rose and very light woody notes with a hint of vanilla.
Mouth
Straightforward attack, very refined tannins in a supple envelope that perfects the mid-palate. Fruity and floral aromas are confirmed. Harmonious at this stage of evolution, a promise of delicacy. A very long finish that evokes a sensation of delicious redcurrant jelly.
Serve
AT 16-18°C
Open
1 to 2 hours before
Drink from
2025
Drink before
2035+
Guard
2045
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with entrecôte à la bordelaise, rack of veal, dark chocolate fondant...
Château Camensac
Haut-Médoc
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domaine rated (guide 2021) 3*Stars (High-quality production that can serve as a benchmark in its sector)
About the domain :
The Merlaut family strives to improve the wines from this vast vineyard, which borders on the Saint-Julien crus. Here, the emphasis is not on stunning samples, but on consistency and homogeneity in the quality of the wine delivered. The arrival of a new, talented director has brought greater rigor and precision to the elaboration of a wine that is truly Médoc in character, a little austere and reserved in the primeurs, but gradually letting the cedar and spices speak for themselves. So go for the latest vintages.
Decanter
Wine rated (2020 guide) 92/100
Area rated Recommended
About the wine:
Lovely deep ruby color and excellent aromatic finesse from the oak, which doesn't dominate but adds layers of smoke to the blackcurrant and black cherry fruit. This wine is both nuanced and complex. It's a gourmet wine that opens with dark chocolate and licorice. Obvious interest and ageing potential. 2026-2042
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated wine (guide 2022) 92/100
Domaine noté (guide 2022) Sélectionné (We remind you that this guide is a prize list and as such, all the estates that appear in it, even without a star, represent, in our eyes, the excellence of French production).
About the wine:
2018 marks a major success for this vintage, which has lovely fleshiness on the palate, volume and depth. Very charming.
About the domain :
Camensac, bought by the Merlaut family in 2005, is now managed by the Chasse-Spleen team, led by Céline Villars-Foubet and Jean-Pierre Foubet. Recent investments have provided the vineyard with a tool equal to the challenge. Over the last few vintages, progress has been substantial, and Camensac is one of the crus that wine-lovers should take a close look at, especially as prices remain very reasonable, which we are delighted about.
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (guide 2021) 94/100
Domaine noté (guide 2021) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
About the wine:
This estate is regaining its rightful place among the prestigious crus classés. Richly textured, this latest release shows succulent blackberry fruit and layers of firm tannins. The wine will age well, so wait to drink it from 2026.
Vinous A. Galloni
Rated wine (guide 2021 ) 91/100
About the wine:
The 2018 Château de Camensac has retained its attractive aromas, needing just a little encouragement to reveal blackberry, blueberry, light sea scents and iris petals that I'd noticed on the barrel primeur release. The palate is medium-bodied, with a good backbone and well-balanced acidity. I admire the substance of this Camensac and the salinity of the finish, which is wonderful. This wine is recommended and I can see it aging well. 2022-2036
James Suckling
Wine rated (guide 2021) 92/100
Graded area (2021 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
Dried blueberries and currants on the nose, with tasty oyster shells, tobacco and graphite. Dried violets, too. Medium-bodied, with firm, fine-grained tannins. Structured and flavorful. Balanced.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2020 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
Dense garnet-red. Pleasant, inviting bouquet with spicy, fruity notes. Fresh fruit with hints of raspberry, followed by a touch of licorice wood. The attack confirms its aptitude, presenting a wine that is both delicious and perfectly balanced. I'd even go so far as to say it's slender, with the necessary balance and density. A pleasant, seductive and convincing wine. 2022-2038
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4.5/5
out of 4 reviews
Note and review by M. LAURENT R. Published on 26/08/2023
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Note and review by M. DOMINIQUE P. Published on 10/11/2022
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Note and review by M. APOLLINAIRE M. Published on 05/07/2022
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Note and review by M. MICHAEL B. Published on 28/03/2022
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