A mild winter enabled early budburst on March 28. May brought hot, dry conditions, particularly favorable to flowering and fruit set. Early and rapid flowering, which began on May 22, gave high potential in terms of volume and quality. Throughout the summer, persistent tropical humidity posed the threat of mildew. To counter this, strategic leaf-thinning and green harvesting measures were implemented, enabling yields to be effectively managed and fruit to develop at perfect ripeness.
Veraison began on the Beaucaillou plateau on July 25. In mid-August, the dissipation of humidity marked the start of a phase characterized by warm, dry weather, which persisted until September 10. Consistently high temperatures in late August and early September created exceptional ripening conditions. Higher temperatures, with no heatwave peak, persisted throughout the harvest, providing ideal conditions for keep freshness and promoting optimal ripeness.
Deep purple with pronounced aromas of blackcurrant and blackberry combined with hints of graphite, cocoa and black licorice. The palate is full-bodied, with a firm core of fine, polished tannins, enveloped by densely concentrated, beautifully defined fruit, giving a voluptuous, supple texture. The wine develops progressively on the palate, leading to a finely balanced, very persistent graphite-tinged finish.
Aging: 12 months
Harvest: September 8 to October 3
