younger vines, 25-30 years old, this cuvee blends fruit from the gravel/sandy soils of the Macau (which provides minerality and earthiness) with the clay-dominant terroir of the Arsac (powerful fruit)
long and complex, indestructible, captivating, but also restrained, black cherry, plum, earth undertones, graphite, black pepper, smoke, and minerality, memorable finish. A must for any left bank fan.
decant for several hours and pair with a hearty meal or can be cellared for 10-20+ years.
region: Medoc, Left Bank Bordeaux, France
varietal: 55% Merlot & 45% Cabernet Sauvignon
style: powerful red
farming/cellar: organic & biodynamic farming, hand picked, ambient yeast, whole bunch inclusion, 7-10 day maceration in concrete, matured one year in a combo of diff. sized oak barrels incl. barrique, 400L, and foudre (50% new wood), minimal so2
pairing: Cote de Boeuf for two