Ratings
WE 93
Identity
| Producer | Famille Escure |
| Year | 2016 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Grand Cru |
| Grapes | 70% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Red color with purplish tints. |
| Aroma | Very fragrant with notes of black fruits, bramble, cherry, and undergrowth. |
| Palate | Soft and smooth texture with a plushness from Merlot, flavors of black cherries, blackberries, and bramble fruit, elegant tannins, and good structure. |
| Finish | Long finish with vegetal notes and satisfying depth. |
| Food Pairing | roast lamb, duck breast, beef stew, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses |
| Serving Temp | 16-18°C |
| Aging Potential | Can age well for 8-12 years. |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | Aged in older oak barrels and stainless steel; no new oak used. |
| Fermentation | Fermentation details not specified; likely controlled temperature in stainless steel or oak. |
Terroir
| Soil | Clay-limestone soils. |
| Vine Age | Average vine age 25 years. |
| Harvest Type | Organic farming practices. |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes cultivated organically to ensure purity and expression. |
Interesting facts
| One of the oldest and most renowned properties in Saint-Émilion, owned by the Escure family since 1924, farmed organically with vines averaging 25 years old. |