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Chateau La Garde Red
AOC Pessac-Léognan
Château La Garde charmed Dourthe with the exceptional quality of the terroir, and undoubtedly one of the finest gravel outcrops in the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Château La Garde is a powerful, well-structured wine offering rich, well-balanced character. A selective approach in the vineyard and winery alike brings laser-precision and elegance to rival the finest wines.
Tasting notes
A beautiful deep ruby color with a beautiful sparkle. The elegant nose reveals notes of black fruits like blackcurrant and blackberry, blended with spicier and smokier notes. The palate is delicate and full, with very soft tannins. This wine is perfectly balanced from start to finish.
The vintage
Winter is marked by rainfalls well above the thirty-year average and particularly mild temperatures, favoring an early and very even bud burst. The quite cool and rainy Spring slows down the vegetative cycle. Limited due to the cool temperatures, the sanitary pressure remains under control, thanks to the painstainking care of our team.Rather late, flowering takes place under overall good conditions.
Temperatures finally rise in summer. The thermal amplitude of the second half of August favours the synthesis of aromas and polyphenols. Accelerated by rainfalls at the end of the month, veraison is very even. At the beginning of September, the qualitative potential is already very encouraging. The maturity is homogeneous, the tasting of the berries shows very aromatic grapes, present and elegant tannins and a beautiful balance between sugars and acidity, suggesting a harmonious and fruity vintage.
Blending
- 55% Cabernet Sauvignon
- 45% Merlot
Food pairing
Very good match with game, red and white meat, cheese.
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