Expression of a great Graves terroir, the Fleur de Cantelys 2019, Pessac-Léognan AOC celebrates the art of Bordeaux red in a contemporary, precise and luminous interpretation. This vintage reveals a deep, well-structured substance shaped by the classic union of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The former brings backbone, noble tannins and structure, while the latter provides flesh, velvet and immediate fruit appeal. On the warm graves and sands of Pessac-Léognan, the vine draws a refined minerality that gives the wine its signature—a guiding thread that extends the tasting sensation without weighing it down. Aimed at epicureans seeking balance, this 2019 stands out with an expressive aromatic range, elegant structure and a style that favours harmony over showmanship. At the table, its natural distinction allows it to accompany quality dishes without overpowering them, while, with aeration, it unveils a crescendo of nuances that will charm both knowledgeable palates and curious enthusiasts.

Assemblage et vinification

Coming from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Fleur de Cantelys 2019 faithfully conveys the DNA of Pessac-Léognan. Cabernet structures the framework and imparts a straight elegance, while Merlot delivers a caressing texture and ripe fruit accents. Extraction work is measured to preserve tannin finesse and fruit purity. Ageing, sensitive and controlled, subtly incorporates oak that highlights the wine’s outline without masking it. The result is a balanced score where each element finds its place, offering a clear expression of the graves and sands terroir and a clean reading of the vintage.

Notes de dégustation

• Appearance : Deep and brilliant, it reveals an inviting concentration and suggests a dense core held by elegant translucency.
• Nose : Bouquet of ripe black fruits, lifted by gentle spices and a finely integrated oak. With aeration, smoky accents and a mineral sensation emerge, signature of the Graves terroir.
• Palate : Generous and precise attack, juicy mid-palate, polished tannins and balance between power and freshness. The mineral backbone lengthens the finish, which is clean and savoury, with a delicate spicy return.

Serving temperature and tips

To reveal the full aromatic complexity, serve this Pessac-Léognan between 16 and 18°C in tulip-shaped Bordeaux glasses. Decanting for 1 to 2 hours encourages the bouquet to open and refines the tannin texture. Store the bottle away from light at a stable temperature to preserve the wine’s integrity until service. At the table, favour an unhurried service, allowing the wine to evolve in the glass to appreciate its aromatic progression, from plump black fruit to more delicately spicy and mineral notes.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : fine charcuterie, duck rillettes, cheese gougères made with aged cheese to highlight Merlot’s roundness and the wine’s spicy lift.
• Starters : hand-cut beef tartare, veal carpaccio, crispy cep mushrooms, all of which complement the freshness and precision of the fruit.
• Main courses : roasted duck breast, grilled rib-eye, herb-crusted rack of lamb, free-range poultry with reduced jus—pairings that showcase the meat and the wine’s balanced structure.
• Cheeses : aged comté, mountain tomme, farmhouse saint-nectaire, which respond to the velvety texture and mineral finish.
• Desserts : lightly sweet dark chocolate fondant, spiced roasted pears, for a restrained finish that respects the wine’s momentum.

Ideal occasions

Fleur de Cantelys 2019 is the perfect companion:

• For a gourmet dinner where food and wine engage in a subtle dialogue.
• During an evening among connoisseurs, to explore the depth of a Graves terroir as the wine aerates.
• As a sophisticated gift to celebrate the art of living with French elegance and restraint.

Characteristics

• Name : Fleur de Cantelys 2019, Pessac-Léognan AOC
• Appellation : Pessac-Léognan AOC
• Type : Red wine
• Vintage : 2019
• Grape varieties : Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
• Terroir : Graves and sands
• Ageing : Discreet oak, subtly integrated into the aromatic profile
• Bottle size : 75 cl
• Service : 16–18°C, decant 1–2 h
• Style : Balance between power, freshness and minerality