Chateau Chante Alouette Saint Emilion Grand Cru

France, Bordeaux, Saint-Emilion, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
Bottle
Identity
Producer Famille d’Arfeuille
Vol 0.75
Classification Grand Cru
Grapes 70% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc
Color red
Sweetness dry
Tasting
Color Desc Red color
Aroma Fine aromatic profile with ripe red fruits, light woody notes, and velvety texture
Palate Elegant, smooth texture with balanced tannins and a refined structure
Finish Long and persistent finish with subtle wood and fruit nuances
Food Pairing Pairs well with red meat, lamb, game, refined gastronomic dishes, and matured cheeses
Aging Potential Can be enjoyed after a few years of aging
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
ABV % 13.5
Aging Process Aged 12 to 14 months in partially renewed new barrels and older barrels
Fermentation Vinification in stainless steel and concrete vats
Terroir
Soil Sandy soils on clay veins
Harvest Type Mechanical and manual depending on parcels
Interesting facts
Estate operated by Famille d’Arfeuille since 1995, producing about 45,000 bottles annually