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Grand Vin de Chateau de Ricaud
AOC Cadillac-Côtes de Bordeaux
Le Grand Vin de Château de Ricaud is only produced in limited quantity, and is prized for its elegance and distinction. Concentrated, and revealing delicate tannins, it is utterly charming. This fine wine is an archetypal rough diamond, nestling in a unique natural setting in the Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. Meticulous selection and precision-led vinification are rewarded with this true jewel of a wine.
Tasting notes
The very deep and intense color announces a complex nose intermingling notes of violet, licorice and spices. On the palate, the full-bodied texture unveils ample and powerfull Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot thriving on this gravelly clay terroir. The finish, delicious and fruity, unfolds harmoniously between power and elegance.
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
- 60% Cabernet Sauvignon
- 25% Merlot
- 15% Petit Verdot
Food pairing
Drink with grilled red meat or meat and gravy (steack rib with shallot, foie gras scallop with raisin, meatballs in sauce, rabbit stew...), roasted poultry (quails and plum, guinea fowl with chestnuts, chicken and mushrooms-filled vol-au-vent) and cheeses such as camembert, brie de meaux and goat cheese.
