Chateau Cantemerle - Haute Medoc 2022

Haute Medoc

Read the description

Format: 75 cl

-14%

81,74 €

Recommended price: 94,81 €

VAT and Tax incl.

Excise and customs charges incl. (EU, CH, US only)

Immediate availability

Ship to:

Shipping security >

Damage/loss protection
Quality assurance
Tracked shipping
Shipping in 24/48h* *(for items in "Immediate Availability")

Technical information

Producer	Haute Medoc
Name	Haut-Médoc
Variety	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Vintage	2022
Gradation	13.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Red fruits, spices, toasted wood notes
Vinification method	Steel fermentation, wood aging
Region	Bordeaux
Production area	Haut-Médoc
Country	France
Type	Red wine
Aging	12-18 months
Type of cask	French oak barrique
Color	Ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	Within 5-10 years
Pairing	Red meats, game, aged cheeses

Descrizione

Chateau Cantemerle, located in the prestigious Haute Medoc region of Bordeaux, is renowned for its wines of extraordinary elegance and complexity. This wine is a magnificent example of Bordeaux blending, primarily composed of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with minor touches of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Characterized by a vibrant ruby color, it offers intense notes of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and plums, with a subtle aftertaste of vanilla and sweet spices provided by aging in barrique.

On the palate, Chateau Cantemerle stands out for its impeccable balance between vibrant acidity and finely crafted tannins, promising excellent aging potential. The fruit notes harmoniously blend with hints of tobacco and leather, culminating in a long and persistent finish.

Excellent to serve with elaborate red meat dishes, such as roasts and stews, but it also excels alongside aged cheeses. It is recommended to decant this wine an hour before serving to enhance its aromatic complexity. A true jewel of Haute Medoc, Chateau Cantemerle represents an excellent choice for lovers of high-quality Bordeaux wines.

The winery

Haut-Médoc – Winery in Bordeaux (Nouvelle-Aquitaine)

Discover the story and wines of Haut-Médoc.

AOC appellation on the left bank of the Gironde estuary, in the Bordeaux (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) area. Known for structured red wines based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with a strong sense of terroir and good approachability.

Region: Bordeaux (Nouvelle-Aquitaine)

Country: Francia

Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Carménère

Historic appellation on the left bank of the Gironde. Structured red wines suitable for aging Varied soils that favor different styles Includes areas near renowned appellations. Strong commitment to promoting the local area and biodiversity.

Shop all wines from Haut-Médoc The winery Haut-Médoc

Winery history

The Haut-Médoc has a centuries-old winemaking history and was formally recognized as an appellation by the INAO by decree on 14 November 1936. Over the centuries the landscape and the terroirs have been shaped by human activity, including land-reclamation works in past centuries, and by the rise of the great châteaux, which have contributed to the Médoc's reputation.

Production philosophy

Production in the Haut-Médoc is founded on a balance between terroir expression and the art of blending: winemakers aim for structured, age-worthy red wines while maintaining a broad, accessible range. There is an emphasis on biodiversity and land stewardship, and a strong tradition of blending Cabernet and Merlot with other grape varieties to add complexity.

Terroir and vineyards

Located on the left bank of the Gironde estuary, just north of the city of Bordeaux, the Haut-Médoc vineyard stretches for tens of kilometres and includes numerous communes, including areas adjacent to renowned appellations such as Margaux, Pauillac and Saint-Julien. Soils range from gravel to sand and clay; the climate is influenced by the estuary and the ocean, which moderate temperature extremes.