Chateau Respide Medeville Grave Rouge - Magnum - Graves 2020

Graves

Format: 150 cl

-19%


Recommended price: 74,10 €
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A Magnum of Château Respide-Médeville Graves Rouge represents an excellent choice for those who wish to fully enjoy the richness and complexity that the wines of the Graves region of Bordeaux can offer. With its 1.5 liter capacity, the Magnum format is not only ideal for sharing on special occasions, but is also considered advantageous for wine aging, thanks to the optimal ratio between wine volume and contact surface with the wine. air in the bottle, which allows for a slower and more gradual evolution of the wine.

Château Respide-Médeville, located in the Graves appellation, is known for producing distinctive red wines that express the uniqueness of their terroir, characterized by gravel-rich soils that give the wines remarkable tannic structure and refined minerality. The blend is typically based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with possible additions of Petit Verdot, offering a complex aromatic range that includes notes of red and black fruits, accents of aromatic herbs, spices and a subtle earthy undertone.

Meticulous care in the management of the vineyards and the careful selection of the grapes are the basis of the production philosophy of Château Respide-Médeville. Winemaking follows traditional methods, with the aim of preserving the integrity of the fruit and the expression of the terroir. Aging in French oak barrels further contributes to the complexity of the wine, integrating subtle notes of vanilla and toasting.

Tasting a Magnum of Château Respide-Médeville Graves Rouge offers an intense and rich sensory experience. The wine stands out for its balance between power and elegance, with silky tannins that blend harmoniously with acidity, driving towards a persistent and satisfying finish. Over time, the wine evolves in the bottle, developing greater aromatic complexity and tactile softness, making it a perfect accompaniment to a wide range of dishes, from red meat to mature cheeses.

In summary, a Magnum of Château Respide-Médeville Graves Rouge represents not only an opportunity to celebrate with friends and family, but also to invest in a wine with excellent aging potential, which promises to reveal new dimensions of flavor and complexity in over the years.

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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