Saint-Emilion Grand Cru L’Eclat de Valentin - Vignobles Leydet

Vignobles Leydet

Format: 75 cl

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Producer Vignobles Leydet
Name Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
Variety Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Gradation 14.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, spices, notes of vanilla and tobacco
Vinification method Fermentation in steel and wood, long maceration
Region Bordeaux
Production area Saint-Emilion
Country France
Type Red wine
Aging 12-18 months
Type of cask French oak barrique
Color Intense ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Within 10-15 years
Pairing Red meats, game, aged cheeses

Saint-Emilion G.C. L’Eclat de Valentin by Vignobles Leydet is a red wine that enchants with its balance and depth of aromas. Originating from the renowned region of Saint-Emilion in Bordeaux, France, this wine is a traditional blend where Merlot predominates, accompanied by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.

In the glass, L’Eclat de Valentin presents itself with an intense and deep ruby red color. On the nose, it reveals a complex bouquet of ripe red fruits like plum and cherry, enriched by notes of sweet spices and a slight touch of vanilla, evidence of its aging in barrels. On the palate, it offers a robust yet harmonious structure, with well-integrated tannins that promise excellent aging potential. The aromatic persistence is remarkable, leaving a pleasant sensation of complexity and elegance.

Ideal for accompanying red meat dishes, game, and aged cheeses, L’Eclat de Valentin is a wine that seduces with its decisive character and refinement, magnificently representing the heritage and quality of Vignobles Leydet.

The winery

Vignobles Leydet – Winery in Bordeaux (Saint-Émilion / Pomerol)

Discover the story and wines of Vignobles Leydet.

Family-owned Bordeaux producer active in the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru and Pomerol appellations; known for the Château Leydet-Valentin and Château de Valois labels and for organic vineyard management.
Region: Bordeaux (Saint-Émilion / Pomerol)
Country: Francia
Founded: 1862
Grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Historic presence in the Libourne area mentioned since 1862. Produced in the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru and Pomerol appellations Vineyards managed organically according to the information published for recent vintages. Main grape varieties: Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Family-run estate, with Frédéric Leydet among its current leadership.
Winery history
The estate is a family-run Libourne property with roots documented as far back as 1862. In the 20th century the family expanded and consolidated its holdings; from the 1960s Bernard Leydet began bottling the wine for commercial sale, and later Frédéric Leydet joined the management, modernizing cellar practices while maintaining a strong continuity with the region’s tradition. The name Château Leydet-Valentin first appears in records from the 1980s.
Production philosophy
An approach that blends traditional practices with modern cellar interventions, focusing on fruit quality and sustainable vineyard management. The vineyards managed by Vignobles Leydet are noted in sources as having been farmed organically in recent vintages.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards located on the right bank of the Gironde, in the area between Saint-Émilion and Pomerol. The land is characterized by clay-limestone and gravel soils typical of the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru and Pomerol appellations, with prestigious neighbors such as Cheval Blanc and Figeac.

Official Awards

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