Barton & Guestier Chateau Magnol 750ml - France
97 POINTS - Decanter Wolrd Wine Awards
Region: Located very close to Bordeaux city, on the left bank of the Gironde estuary.
Blend: 49% Merlot, 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot.
Winemaker
De-stalked grapes – alcoholic fermentation at high temperature (30°C) with delicate rack and return and pumping over – temperature control and oxygenation – long maceration (3 weeks) – Malolactic fermentation. Ageing in barrels (30% of new oak) for 12 months.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Deep, brilliant cherry red color with a purple hue.
Nose: Expressive, rich and complex nose with a solid core of black berries (blackcurrant, black cherry), spices and wild sage framed by a menthol tone. Palate: Harmonious, well-balanced and full-bodied, fine and elegant tannins. The aftertaste is rich and savory with fruity and spicy flavors delivering a vanilla and licorice length.
Food Pairing
Food and wine: Red meats, ripe cheeses. Try with Pyrenees cheese, black cherry jam
and walnut bread. It goes excellent with dark chocolate desserts. Serve between 16°C
and 18°C.
Alc: 13.5%
