Tasting note
Bordeaux from gravelly Graves, scented with wood and toast, then transforming into prunes and liquorice in the mouth.
Viticulture
The vineyard is located in Portets at the centre of the Graves AOC area, twenty miles south-east of Bordeaux. The soil is of a Gravely and stony nature. Plantings consist of largely Merlot (75%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (25%).
Food Match
Grilled quail with wilted cabbage slaw, grilled flank steak with sautéed portabella and cremini mushrooms, grilled lamb shanks with a summer savoury mustard marinade.