Graves

Chateau Respide Medeville Grave Rouge - Graves 2022

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Format: 75 cl

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Château Respide-Médeville, located in the Graves appellation, is known for its elegant and structured red wines that reflect the typical terroir of this renowned wine-growing area of ​​Bordeaux. The Graves appellation is famous for its unique soil composition, rich in gravel and pebbles, which gives the wines a distinctive minerality and aromatic complexity.

Château Respide-Médeville produces red wines using a traditional Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and sometimes small amounts of Petit Verdot. This combination of grape varieties contributes to the wine's tannic structure, its richness of fruit and its ability to age gracefully.

Château Respide-Médeville's production philosophy places great emphasis on quality and the expression of terroir. Attention in the management of the vineyards, manual harvesting and careful winemaking are fundamental to producing wines that are true representatives of the distinctive characteristics of Graves. Aging in French oak barrels adds additional layers of complexity, complementing the wine with notes of spice, toastiness and a light touch of vanilla.

When tasted, Château Respide-Médeville Graves Rouge presents itself with a rich and inviting aromatic profile, characterized by notes of ripe red and black fruits, such as cherries and plums, enriched by nuances of aromatic herbs, chocolate and a light mineral vein. In the mouth, the wine offers a beautiful structure with ripe and well-integrated tannins, which balance harmoniously with the acidity to create a rounded and persistent tasting experience.

This wine is appreciated for its versatility at the table, capable of accompanying a wide range of dishes, from the classics of Bordeaux cuisine to preparations of red meat, poultry and mushroom-based dishes. The aging capacity of Château Respide-Médeville Graves Rouge allows enthusiasts to explore its evolution over time, discovering new aromatic nuances and growing complexity.

In conclusion, Château Respide-Médeville represents an excellent expression of Graves red wines, offering wine lovers a rich and complex experience that celebrates the quality and winemaking tradition of this historic Bordeaux region.


The winery

Gravner – Winery in Friuli-Venezia Giulia

Discover the story and wines of Gravner.

A winery in Collio (Oslavia, Gorizia) renowned for winemaking in Georgian amphorae, extended macerations and amber wines produced with minimal intervention.
Region: Friuli-Venezia Giulia
Country: Italia
Founded: 1901
Grapes: Ribolla Gialla, Pignolo, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Italian pioneer in winemaking using Georgian amphorae. Strong emphasis on extended macerations and prolonged maturation. Vineyards located in Lenzuolo Bianco, Oslavia. Production focused on Ribolla Gialla and local grape varieties. An approach focused on biodiversity and minimal intervention in the cellar.
Winery history
The family estate at Lenzuolo Bianco has been documented since the early 20th century. Under the direction of Joško Gravner, the estate progressively abandoned conventional techniques to experiment with buried Georgian amphorae and minimal-intervention practices. In the 2000s Gravner systematically introduced the use of large terracotta jars for fermentation and aging, producing some of the most notable vintages in the region.
Production philosophy
Pragmatic approach to biodiversity and respect for the soil, with a strong focus on non-intervention in the winery: spontaneous fermentations, extended skin macerations, reduced use of chemical interventions, and no or minimal fining/filtration. The stated objective is to express the personality of the grapes and the terroir through long maturation periods.
Terroir and vineyards
Collio Goriziano, in Oslavia near the border with Slovenia; vineyards on the Lenzuolo Bianco hills benefit from the mild Adriatic climate and the local viticultural tradition.

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