"A beautiful star for this cuvée blending Merlot (45%), Malbec (30%), and Cabernet Franc. After twelve months in oak, it displays a dark, dense color and reveals an elegant nose, blending well-integrated aging notes with floral nuances and a hint of undergrowth. The palate is equally impressive: structured, full-bodied and fresh, supported by pleasant tannins and good acidity, with just the right amount of oak, it shows real power for the vintage and the appellation." (Le Guide Hachette des Vins)
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Eye
Dark color with ruby highlights
Nose
With notes of black fruits and a fine, delicate woodiness
Mouth
Attractive structure with ripe, well-integrated tannins
Serve
Decant at 15-17°C
Open
Decant 1 hour before serving.
Drink before
2025
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with red meat, lamb, confit, duck, soft cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
3-star rating (High-quality production, serving as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
Since 1981, Sylvie and Jean-François Deffarge have spared no effort in flying the flag for Montravel on this estate inherited from Jean-François's father. Today, it covers 52 hectares located on the hillsides and plateau of Vélines. The estate has not yet made the leap to organic farming but strives to do its best. The next generation is already in the starting blocks: Quentin and Benjamin are now involved in the life of the estate and are taking it over. The extensive and well-structured range allows them to offer wines suitable for all occasions. The new winery will enable them to take their vision even further, notably with the development of a few experimental vintages.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2020) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About wine:
A beautiful star for this blend of Merlot (45%), Malbec (30%), and Cabernet Franc. After twelve months in oak, it boasts a dark, dense color and reveals an elegant nose, blending well-integrated aging notes with floral nuances and a hint of undergrowth. The palate is equally impressive: structured, full-bodied and fresh, supported by pleasant tannins and lovely acidity, with just the right amount of oak, it shows real power for the vintage and the appellation.
About the estate:
A very old family property (1749) located on the heights of Montravel, this vast estate is now one of the benchmarks in the Bergerac region, thanks to the work carried out since 1990 (when it left the cooperative) by Jean-François Deffarge, a "self-taught oenologist," who is now handing over the reins to his sons Benjamin and Quentin. The vineyard (50 hectares) covers two very distinct terroirs: clay-limestone slopes and a high plateau of boulbène. In conversion to organic farming.
Customer rating
4/5
based on 3 reviews
Review and opinion by Mr. JOSE R. Published on 09/29/2024
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Note and opinion by Mr. JEAN LOUIS G. Published on March 11, 2023
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Review and opinion by Mr. BENOIT L. Published on January 14, 2023
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