Château Les Graviers Plagnolles 2016, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC
€15.44 /L
Château Les Graviers Plagnolles 2016 is a classic and elegant Saint-Émilion Grand Cru. This balanced vintage showcases a silky structure and a generous aromatic profile with black fruits, fine oak, and soft spices. The palate is smooth and well-rounded, with a persistent, refined finish. A wine with aging potential, perfect for pairing with flavorful dishes and red meats.
Description
From the renowned terroir of Saint-Émilion, Château Les Graviers Plagnolles 2016 reflects the elegance and character of Bordeaux’s Right Bank wines. This Grand Cru reveals a perfect balance between depth, freshness, and aromatic precision, in line with the generous and expressive nature of the 2016 vintage.
A Harmonious and Promising Vintage
The 2016 vintage in Bordeaux is celebrated for its ideal ripeness and refined tannins. A warm summer followed by a dry autumn allowed for optimal grape concentration. The result is a wine that’s dense, fruity, and well-balanced, with excellent aging potential.
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: deep garnet with violet hues.
- Nose: expressive, with aromas of blackberry, black cherry, sweet spices (cinnamon, pepper), and subtle toasted oak.
- Palate: full-bodied and velvety, with smooth tannins. A persistent finish with notes of ripe fruit and licorice.
Serving Temperature & Tasting Tips
Best served between 16 and 18 °C. Allow the wine to breathe for about 30 minutes to unlock its full aromatic potential. Enjoy now or cellar for another 5 to 7 years.
Food Pairings
- Red meats: grilled ribeye, entrecôte with Bordeaux sauce, veal fillet with morel mushrooms.
- Slow-cooked dishes: lamb stew, confit pork cheek, Provençal daube.
- Cheese: aged Cantal, mature Tomme, old Gouda.
Perfect Moments to Enjoy
- Ideal for a family Sunday meal or a dinner among red wine enthusiasts.
- A cellar-worthy Bordeaux to enjoy on special occasions.
- An excellent gift idea for lovers of classic and balanced Right Bank wines.
Specifications
- Name: Château Les Graviers Plagnolles
- Vintage: 2016
- Appellation: Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC
- Region: Bordeaux – Right Bank
- Grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Franc
- Aging: oak barrel maturation
- ABV: 13.5%
- Volume: 75 cl
Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, in summer in moderation.Product Details
- Origin
- France
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites
- Capacity
- 75 cl
- Appellation
- Saint-Emilion Grand Cru AOC
- Color
- Red
- Wine Region
- Bordeaux, France
- Vintage
- 2016
- Type of wine
- Red wine
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