Chateau des Antonins Bordeaux Superior 2019

Chateau des Antonins is located on the left bank of the Garonne, south of Graves. The red varieties of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc are planted on clay gravel soils, producing wines with powerful and pure fruit concentration. All of the vineyards are managed sustainably and with the use of cover crops to avoid erosion and aerate the soils. The grapes were destemmed before undergoing maceration on their skins for between twenty to thirty days, with regular pumping over to ensure a gentle extraction. Fermentation took place in stainless-steel tanks at controlled temperatures of between 27 and 30°C. The final blend was kept in stainless-steel prior to bottling in April 2019.

Deep ruby-red in colour, this Bordeaux Superieur from Chateau des Antonins has an inviting bouquet of red plum, black cherry and blackcurrant, with hints of spice. The palate is concentrated and supple, with smooth tannins and layers of bright red fruit. This Left Bank Bordeaux consists of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and a tiny bit of Cabernet Franc.