Raised in step with the Right Bank terroir, the Château La Caze 2022 embodies the delicate balance between bright fruit and textural depth that defines great Saint-Emilions. Sourced from vines rooted in clay-limestone soils, this vintage highlights the meditative, caressing Merlot supported by the upright character of Cabernet Franc. In the glass, the substance unfolds like a noble fabric, sometimes silky, sometimes structured, leaving the palate with memories of ripe dark fruit and a carefully preserved freshness. This wine speaks to everyday aesthetes as much as informed lovers, to those looking for a true, precise emotion without ostentation. It resolves a rare equation, combining accessibility and poise, gourmandise and table presence, with that French elegance that turns a dinner into a sensitive encounter. In a word, a Saint-Emilion that appeals as much to the heart as to the mind.

Blend and winemaking

The personality of Château La Caze 2022 is expressed through a considered blend where Merlot rules, about 80%, bringing flesh, fruity charm and breadth, while Cabernet Franc, around 20%, refines the structure, extends the finish and signs the bouquet with discreet floral and spicy nuances. The vines, aged 20 to 50 years, sink their roots into clay-limestone soils that give mineral tension, uprightness and length. Vinification is handled with finesse to preserve aromatic purity and tannin precision. Measured extraction, temperature control and careful ageing produce a harmonious red true to its origin, whose framework develops without heaviness. The result, clear and coherent, showcases the grace of the fruit, a pleasing mouthfeel and a finish that lingers with tact.

Tasting notes

• Colour : Deep, intense red, clear and luminous, indicating controlled concentration. The hue suggests ripe fruit and promises a palate that is both generous and composed.
• Nose : An expressive bouquet of raspberry, blackberry and blackcurrant, complemented by a hint of undergrowth and a nuance of blond tobacco. With air, notes of fresh earth and a touch of gentle spice appear, adding complexity without overpowering.
• Palate : Round, fruity attack, a balanced mid-palate where the velvet of Merlot meets the uprightness of Cabernet Franc. Tannins are present, polished and perfectly integrated, and the persistent finish leaves a saline-fresh sensation that calls for a second glass.

Serving temperature and tips

To reveal its most nuanced expression, serve Château La Caze 2022 at around 16°C, in a large glass that encourages the bouquet to open. A light decanting, 30 minutes before serving, allows the dark fruit notes and earthy touches to gain complexity and definition. You can enjoy its frankness now, when the fruit’s sap expresses itself naturally, or after a few seasons in the cellar if you prefer softer contours. Store bottles away from light, lying down, in a cool, stable environment to preserve aromatic integrity and tannin finesse.

Food pairings

• White meats : pork tenderloin, roast veal, short thyme jus.
• Poultry : roasted free-range chicken, herb-roasted guinea fowl, lightly reduced jus.
• Grills : grilled pork chop, seared duck breast, oven-roasted vegetables.
• Mildly spiced cuisine : moderately spiced chili, hearty stews, slow-cooked beans.
• Cheeses : cow's tomme, young Cantal, fruity Comté, served at room temperature.

Occasions

Château La Caze 2022 gracefully accompanies:

• An intimate dinner where seasonal cooking and the love of good things are shared.
• A gastronomic meal where the right pairing highlights the wine’s balance and the precision of the dishes.
• A thoughtful gift for a Bordeaux lover seeking remarkable value-for-money.

Details

• Name : Château La Caze 2022 - Saint-Emilion AOC
• Appellation : Saint-Emilion AOC, Bordeaux Right Bank
• Type : Red wine, Fine wines
• Vintage : 2022
• Grapes : Merlot (80%), Cabernet Franc (20%)
• Terroir : clay-limestone soils, a straight and elongated expression
• Vine age : between 20 and 50 years
• Aromatic profile : raspberry, blackberry, blackcurrant, earthy note and a hint of blond tobacco
• Service : around 16°C, light aeration recommended
• Recommended pairings : white meats, poultry, grills, mildly spiced cuisine