Red Wine Haut Medoc Chateau Maucaillou - Bordeaux, France.
- The winegrower: Chateau Maucaillou.
- Region: Bordeaux, France.
- Grape variety: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc.
- Alc.: 13 % vol.
- Sweetness: Dry.
- Vintage: 2016.
- Volume: 750 ml.
- Shipping weight, inc. packaging: 1,651 kg.
Ageing potential: 2019 - 2025.
Vinification:
Maceration takes place for 28 days in contact with the skins in a stainless steel container.
Fermentation with gentle punching-down for selective extraction of the tannins. Malolactic fermentation is carried out in barrels which are 30% new wood.
Maturation 2 years in oak barrels and additional 6 months in the bottles.
Characteristics:
Intense ruby red color with garnet shade.
Fruity flavour with cassis and blackberry, followed by light vanilla fragrance.
The wine is full-bodied, marked by a hint of oak and hints of sweet spices. After a few years of ageing, the tannins soften.
Food pairings:
Lamb, red meats, roast guinea fowl, maturated mountain cheeses. Serving temperature: 16 - 18°C.