Château Peyrabon 2018, Cru Bourgeois Supérieur, Haut-Médoc AOC
Classified as Cru Bourgeois Supérieur, Château Peyrabon 2018 stands out as a benchmark wine from the Haut-Médoc, combining power, elegance and precision. This red wine reveals a rich aromatic expression dominated by ripe black fruits, blackcurrant and black cherry, enhanced by spicy, oaky and lightly toasted notes. On the palate, the structure is full-bodied and generous, supported by silky, perfectly integrated tannins. The sunny and well-balanced 2018 vintage offers beautiful depth and a long, harmonious finish. A great Médoc wine, both structured and refined, ideal for pairing with gastronomic cuisine or enjoying during a special tasting moment.
Description
Château Peyrabon 2018 perfectly illustrates the noble and structured style of great Haut-Médoc wines. Benefiting from deep gravel soils and a generous vintage, this cuvée seduces with its balance between power and elegance.
Blending and vinification
This Cru Bourgeois Supérieur is made from a classic Médoc blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot and a touch of Petit Verdot. The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness and vinified using traditional methods, with precise extraction to preserve aromatic richness and tannin finesse. Ageing in oak barrels refines the structure and adds elegant, well-integrated woody notes.
Tasting notes
Colour: Deep red with intense garnet highlights.
Nose: Intense and complex, revealing aromas of blackcurrant, ripe black fruits, gentle spices and toasted oak.
Palate: Full-bodied and structured, offering generous texture, silky tannins and remarkable balance.
Finish: Long and persistent, marked by depth and elegance.
Serving temperature and tasting advice
Best served at around 14.5°C after decanting. Can be enjoyed now or cellared for several years to gain further complexity.
Food and wine pairings
- Aperitifs: fine charcuterie, gourmet tapas
- Starters: terrines, pan-seared foie gras, sautéed mushrooms
- Main courses: roasted or grilled red meats, lamb, dishes in sauce
- Cheeses: aged cheeses, Comté, tomme
- Desserts: lightly sweetened dark chocolate desserts
Moments of enjoyment
An ideal wine for gastronomic meals, special occasions or sharing a refined tasting moment among Médoc wine enthusiasts.
Characteristics
- Appellation: Haut-Médoc AOC
- Classification: Cru Bourgeois Supérieur
- Vintage: 2018
- Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
- Region: Bordeaux, France
- Serving temperature: 14.5°C
- Colour: Red wine
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- Origin
- France
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites
- Capacity
- 75 cl
- Appellation
- Haut-Médoc, France
- Color
- Red
- Wine Region
- Bordeaux, France
- Vintage
- 2018
- Type of wine
- Red wine
- ranking
- Cru Bourgeois
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