Velours rouge 2019
France, CĂ´tes de Bergerac AOC
Merlot, Cabernet Franc
MM
Monbouché Michel (attending)
Principal / Owner, CHATEAU LADESVIGNES
Description
Over-ripe grapes harvested from densely planted vines. Long vatting with manual punching of the cap. Aged in French oak barrels for 12 months.
Ruby-red colour with aromas of red fruit and light oak on the nose. Clean attack with fine, mellow tannins. Pleasant, silky finish.
Can be kept for 7 to 10 years, but can also offer some pleasant surprises.
Certifications
Alcohol
14.5%
Color
Apparent color: darkRed
Intensity: deep
Aromas
Aroma intensity: intense
Fruit: moderate
Spice: moderate
Wood: restrained
Taste
Body: complex
Tannins: soft