Description
Chateau Saransot Dupre 2019 Listrac-Médoc
Merlot 65%, Petit Verdot 20%, Cabernet Franc 10%, Cabernet Sauvignon 5% | Alc: 14.%
Listrac-Medoc, France
Winemaker’s notes:
Saransot Dupre 2019 Listrac-Médoc owes its qualities to four grape varieties: Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Each is essential, playing a role in bringing its own characteristics to the blend. The goal is to make a final wine that is greater than the sum of its parts. Merlot provides the foundation: flavours of chocolate, cherry, plum and a rounded, soft body. The Petit Verdot brings its power which the Merlot can sometimes lack and aromas of red fruits. The Cabernet Franc elevates it all, with its freshness and elegance. A touch of Cabernet Sauvignon can give some structure particularly in ripe vintages. The estate also grows a little of the rare Carmenère, to help preserve a grape variety which is a part of the history of Bordeaux.
Although Saransot-Dupré can be drunk as an aperitif, it more frequently accompanies a meal. It goes very well with different types of meats including game, grilled, and cold meats. It can also accompany cows’ and sheep’s cheese. However, it is best to avoid goats’ and blue cheese. Saransot also goes well with a range of vegan dishes.
Critical Acclaim:
“The 2019 Saransot-Dupré exhibits aromas of blackberries, plums, pencil shavings and sweet soil tones. Medium to full-bodied, layered and seamless, with fine depth of fruit, succulent acids and ripe, powdery tannins, it’s an excellent Listrac.” 90 Pts – Wine Advocate
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