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2021 Chateau Calon Segur Grand Cru Classé Saint Estephe

BordeauxRedHighly RecommendInternationalNew ArrivalsPrivate Cellar

$ 260.00 AUD

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One of the three original estates of Saint-Estephe in Bordeaux. The history of Calon Segur is rich and dates back to 1146. Never have the wines been as good as they are today, and this release is no exception! A very fine Calon Ségur made up of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cabernet Franc, 7% Merlot and 1% Petit Verdot.

Region - Bordeaux

Type - Red

Year - 2021

Winery - Bordeaux

Grape - Cabernet Blend (Bordeaux Blend)

Volume - Standard - 750ml

About the wine

Tasting notes

Aromas of rose petals, wild berries, plums, Indian spices, woodsmoke and pencil shavings. Medium to full-bodied, velvety and seamless, it's deep and lively, with beautifully ripe tannins and an exquisitely balanced profile.

Wine descriptors

Big and Rich, Captivating and Complex, For the Cellar, Smooth and Seductive

Fruit aromas & flavour

Cherries, Dark Berries, Plum, Red Berries

Other aromas & flavour

Earth, Florals, Meaty, Minerality, Spices, Toastiness

Body type

full

Acidity

medium

Food pairings

Pork

Cheese

Pizza

Fish

Red Meat

Pasta

BBQ

Vegetables

Poultry

Shellfish

Oysters

Spicy Foods

Cured Meats

Desserts

Expert review

The Cabernet is firmly in the driving seat here, with detailed, graphite-infused black fruit and a background florality that comes through with aeration. The medium-bodied palate displays very fine tannins, superb acidity (pH 3.65) and impressive harmony. This has exemplary build in the mouth, fine weight on the finish and a persistent aftertaste. An outstanding Calon-Ségur, elevated by the risks taken in de-leafing in June and waiting to pick. Bravo! - 97pts

Vinous

The Grape

Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blends are made up of a combination of traditional grapes found in the region of Bordeaux. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc are the dominant varieties used in these blends, but you'll also find Petit Verdot, Malbec, Carménère and other supporting grapes. The firm, structured and tannic Left Bank Bordeaux reds are typically Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, whereas the more juicy, lush and approachable Right Bank Bordeaux reds have Merlot as their primary grape. These wines are some of the world's greatest expressions and have been made to last decades!