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Traces of the fortress of Cantemerle date back to the 13th century, and it was at the beginning of the 18th century that the vineyard really appeared almost in its present form.
This is a fifth Grand Cru Classé following the prestigious 1855 list, presented to Emperor Napoléon III.
The vineyard extends over approximately 90 hectares on a soil and subsoil of Garonne gravel and a silico-gravelly context Rare and the average age of the vines is 40 years. Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon 50%, Merlot noir 40%, Petit Verdot 5% and Cabernet Franc 5%. The yield is 600,000 bottles depending on the vintage, i.e. 6,500 to 6,800 bottles per hectare.
All grapes are harvested by hand, and the small berries are sorted in the winery. Vatting lasts around 28 to 30 days, then the wine is aged in new barrels for around half of it, for 16 months before bottling.
All the grapes are harvested by hand, and the small berries are sorted in the winery
At Cantemerle, the superb ripeness of the Cabernet Sauvignon immediately revealed the concentration and complexity that are the hallmarks of a great Médoc wine. Before tasting this fine bottle, decant one hour before serving. You'll then discover the wine's aromatic richness: the bouquet hesitates between cherry, olive, tobacco and a woodiness that's still a little present.
On the palate, silky tannins propel a symphony of spicy, peppery and fruity aromas, all noble and generously carried by a long, soft chew. The finish is lively and persistent, with no softness or harshness. The whole rests on a well-crafted balance between freshness, elegance, length on the palate, and perfectly controlled power.
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