Les Allées de Cantemerle Haut-Medoc 2018

Country: France Region: Bordeaux (Haut Medoc)

Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot 

Vintage: 2018 Colour: Red Style: Dry

Producer: Chateau Cantemerle

Description:

Les Allées de Cantemerle is the second wine of Château Cantemerle which can be traced back to the 12th century, when it started life as a fortification guarding the shores of the Medoc. Located in the Haut-Médoc appellation, renowned for its exceptional red wines, the estate meticulously cultivates grapes on gravel-rich soil, ideal for fostering Cabernet Sauvignon, the dominant grape in this blend. The 2018 Les Allées de Cantemerle continues this legacy, crafted under the watchful eye of winemaker Gregory Thibault.

Ageing Potential: 8-12 Years

Tasting Note:
The Les Allées de Cantemerle 2018 greets the nose with an inviting bouquet of ripe red and black fruits, dominated by plums and cherries. Hints of cedarwood and a touch of savoury earthiness add complexity, hinting at the wine's potential for development. The palate is met with a burst of concentrated fruit flavours, balanced beautifully by firm yet smooth tannins. This is an approachable flavoursome elegant wine with a long finish. This structure provides a pleasing grip and ensures the wine's Ageability.

Food Matches: Lamb / Beef / Game / Casseroles