{"title":"Chateau La Fleur Cravignac, Saint Emilion Grand Cru, France","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcThwDPtUNAONhbkiVFwDidXRwWjA9enZ1J4PNN3wbGGLg\u0026amp;s=10\" alt=\"Chateau La Fleur Cravignac\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"692\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"74\"\u003eChâteau La Fleur Cravignac\u003c\/strong\u003e is a historic wine estate in the heart of the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSaint-Émilion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e wine region, producing \u003cstrong data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"209\"\u003eSaint-Émilion Grand Cru\u003c\/strong\u003e wines. The estate takes its name from \u003cstrong data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"284\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eJean-Baptiste Lavau de Cravignac\u003c\/strong\u003e, who served as Mayor of Saint-Émilion between 1730 and 1752. Over the centuries, the property has been passed down through several generations and gained a prestigious reputation. In the early 20th century, Château La Fleur Cravignac became the official wine of the French National Assembly and was a favourite of French President \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eRaymond Poincaré\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eIn 2021, the estate was acquired by \u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"760\"\u003eKarine and Jean de Colbert\u003c\/strong\u003e, who have continued to modernise the vineyard while respecting its long heritage. The 7.84-hectare vineyard sits on the north-western plateau of Saint-Émilion, where clay-limestone and clay-silica soils provide ideal conditions for growing high-quality grapes. The vineyard is managed with environmentally responsible practices, including manual harvesting, parcel-by-parcel vinification, and ageing in French oak barrels, large oak vats, and amphorae. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1669\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe wines are predominantly crafted from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003eMerlot\u003c\/strong\u003e, complemented by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eCabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing elegant, full-bodied reds with aromas of ripe black fruits, spice, and subtle oak. They are known for their balance, silky tannins, and excellent ageing potential, reflecting the classic character and finesse of the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chateau-la-fleur-cravignac-st-emilion-grand-cru-1","title":"Chateau La Fleur Cravignac Saint Emilion Grand Cru","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e France \u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bordeaux (Saint Emilion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVarietal: \u003c\/b\u003e80% Merlot \/ 5% Cabernet Sauvignon\/ 15% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage: \u003c\/b\u003e2020 \u003cb\u003eColour: \u003c\/b\u003eRed \u003cb\u003eStyle: \u003c\/b\u003eDry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer: \u003c\/b\u003eChateau La Fleur Cravignac\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau La Fleur Cravignac\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a family property located on the northwest side, one kilometre from the small medieval city of Saint-Emilion. It covers an Just under eight hectares of vines grown on clay and limestone soils characteristic of Saint-Emilion. Its vineyards are composed 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine won a Gold Medal in Paris is 2012. The aim of this chateau is to search for the best possible expression of St Emilion's extraordinary soil, which produces perfectly balanced wines with a finesse and complexity that only nature can create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe cabernet grape provides great structure and framework for the wine allowing it to be laid down for a period of time while maintaining its complexity during the ageing process. Merlot gives wonderful roundness and charm, and the Cabernet Franc, which comes from the estate‰۪s oldest parcel of vines, adds complexity, finesse and character. These three grape varieties are the distinctive signs of this delicious wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Matches: \u003c\/b\u003eRed Meat \/ Venison \/ Soft Cheese \/ Venison\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Fleur Cravignac","offers":[{"title":"6 Bottle Case","offer_id":33188295868479,"sku":"WOLRE4929S","price":210.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 Bottle Case","offer_id":33188295901247,"sku":"WOLRE4930S","price":420.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Single Bottle","offer_id":55974425755979,"sku":"WOLSK100017","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/9218\/files\/Cravignac_2022.jpg?v=1736956284"},{"product_id":"chateau-la-fleur-cravignac-st-emilion-grand-cru-2018-magnum-1-5l","title":"Chateau La Fleur Cravignac St Emilion Grand Cru 2018 Magnum (1.5L)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e France \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bordeaux Saint Emilion Grand Cru\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVarietal: \u003c\/b\u003e33% Merlot, 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Petit Verdot \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage: \u003c\/b\u003e2018 \u003cb\u003eColour: \u003c\/b\u003eRed\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle: \u003c\/b\u003eDry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer:\u003c\/b\u003e Chateau La Fleur Cravignac\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead main\"\u003e80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Beautiful garnet red color. Soft aromas of red fruits such as strawberries, cherries, and red currants. Fine spicy impressions accompany the beautifully integrated fruit. A hint of cedar and cocoa complete the palate. Deliciously soft and balanced mouthfeel. Velvety and long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead pairing\"\u003eA classic that elevates every noble piece of meat to higher realms. (Aged) Beef Fillet, Veal Ribeye, Iberico Pork Tenderloin, Brabançonne Pheasant, Stuffed Turkey, and other rich yet refined dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"props\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"lab climate text-capitalize\"\u003eclimate\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"text climate\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maritime climate of Saint-Émilion ensures relatively warm winters with regular rainfall and not too hot summers with little precipitation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"lab soil text-capitalize\"\u003esoil\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"text soil\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards are located on the renowned northwestern plateau of Saint-Émilion, 1 km from the historic village. The soils consist of clay-limestone and clay-gravel. The vineyards are organically farmed with certification starting from 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"lab vinification text-capitalize\"\u003evinification\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"text vinification\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand harvesting and strict selection. Fermentation per plot in a blend of stainless steel and concrete tanks (temperature controlled). Cold maceration. The wine then further matures in a blend of new barrels, barrels with one-year-old wine, large wooden casks, and amphorae to achieve as complete a result as possible. Then the final blend is made and bottled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chateau Fleur Cravignac","offers":[{"title":"Magnum","offer_id":50887644086603,"sku":"WOLMA10101S","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/9218\/files\/ChateaulafLEURcRAVIIGNACmaGNUMINwOOD.jpg?v=1732530838"},{"product_id":"chateau-la-fleur-cravignac-2025-en-primeur-12-bottle-case","title":"Chateau La Fleur Cravignac 2025 En Primeur 12 Bottle Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e France \u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bordeaux \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVarietal: \u003c\/b\u003e 15% Merlot, 85% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage: \u003c\/b\u003e2025 \u003cb\u003eColour: \u003c\/b\u003eRed \u003cb\u003eStyle: \u003c\/b\u003eDry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer: \u003c\/b\u003eChateau La Fleur Cravignac\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis was our most popular wine of the En Primeur campaign 2022 \u0026amp; 2023. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eJean and Karine who own this property are fans of less oak and a fresher style of wine. We tasted bit the 2022 and the 2023 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ejust last week and both were drinking great. They are up to 40% of the wine in amphorae to emphasise freshness in the fruit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eand the results are great. \u003cstrong\u003eLeading critic James Suckling has rated the wine 91 – 92 Points.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a great wine for those \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003edipping their toes into En Primeur for the first time, as the price point is friendly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"Light to medium intensity in colour; they have leaned into the vintage on these sandy gravel soils to ensure a wine that is not overly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003estructured, careful extraction, charming sweet strawberry and raspberry fruit, fresh acidities. Unfussy, no need to wait. Harvest 13 to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e21 September. 88% 1,500l foudre and 12% amphora, Karine and Jean de Colbert. Derenoncourt Consultants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\" - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJane Anson\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivery Spring 2028. 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