2020 Carbonnieux rouge

One of the most ancient winegrowing estates in Bordeaux, Château Carbonnieux has made wine without interruption since the 13th century. Build in an understated style, the château itself is an impressive building dating from the Middle Ages. The first owners - and accomplished winegrowers - were the Benedictine monks of Sainte-Croix abbey in Bordeaux, who made internationally-renowed red and white wines centuries ago. They also succeeded in introducing their paleocoloured, crystalclear white wine to the palace of the Sultan of Constantinople by labelling it "Mineral Water of Carbonnieux" to get around the prohibition against alcoholic beverages... Carbonnieux has belonged to the Perrin family for three generations. Located on the highest point in the commune of Léognan, on soil that is perfectly drained by a stream called L'Eau Blanche, Carbonnieux's terroir is espacially conducive to producing fine quality red and white wines. Key Points - Family owned and managed - Good quality wine and well rated - In 2019 the eldest sons of Eric, one of the owners, join the team - A case of 6 bottles was offered by the French President to the Latvian President in October 2020 - The Château Carbonnieux has a permanent collection, on display, of vintage cars Innovations Extension of areas organically cultivated. Generalized tillage for more substantial and sustainable rooting. Continuation of the tree replanting program on the property (60 new trees). Micro- vintage experimentation: management of vine topping vs vine rolling. Increase in plot precision with a greater number of vinification lots. Vineyard Management Vineyard in one piece surrounding the chateau. Plot management with environmentally-friendly farming and organic farming on several plots. Certifications Member of SME Bordeaux, ISO14001 certified, since 2011 and HVE3 labelled since 2017 (High Environmental Value). Hand picking only Double berry selection (while picking and on sorting). Cooled bunches if necessary - whole or destemmed bunches. Yield 40 hl/ha Vinification and Ageing Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats. Average time 10 days. 40% new oak, in Bordeaux barrels 15 to 18 months. Tasting Comment The 2020 red wine is already a beautiful deep purple colour. The nose gives hints of black fruits, blueberries and blackcurrants. The palate is sweet, fruity and full all at the same time. This blend shows a fine expression of each grape variety with precision and finesse. This 2020 vintage will bring great satisfaction and can accompany delightful culinary combinations because the wines are fruity, ample and without tannic asperity.