Légende R Bordeaux CNY
The vintage
2022 was a vintage marked by a succession of climatic excesses of varying intensity from April onwards (frost, hail, drought and heatwaves). It will be remembered as one of the earliest of the last 20 years. A mild, dry winter led to early bud-break, flowering was rapid and uniform thanks to perfect weather conditions (hot and dry) and very low sanitary pressure. Thanks to the high water reserves from 2021, the vines were able to withstand the drought and heatwave during the summer. Two thunderstorms in August enabled all grape varieties to finish their ripening in the perfect conditions. This climatically excessive vintage produced great red wines, surprisingly well-balanced and harmonious.
Location
Légendes R Bordeaux rouge comes from Entre-deux-Mers région.
Terroir
Entre-deux-Mers vineyard rests on the hillsides located between the two rivers South East of Bordeaux : the Dordogne and the Garonne. This vast territory offers an interresting diversity of terroirs and soils, ranging from chalky-clay plots well suited for Merlot, to well-exposed gravelous slopes perfect for Cabernet Sauvignon.
Winemaking
This wine is made according to traditional methods in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Alcoholic fermentation was followed by 15 days of maceration at 28°C allowing for a gentle extraction of colour and tannins. This wine is subtly wooded, in order to keep a good balance between the fruit and the oak.
Tasting
Garnet-colored robe of beautiful intensity.
An intense and aromatic nose, dominated by roasted notes (coffee, toasted bread). With aeration, spicy notes (black pepper) emerge.
The palate is full, creamy, and well-structured, with ripe, well-integrated tannins.
The finish is fresh, and the lingering aromas reveal black fruit (blackberries) and spice notes.
Alcohol content
13,3
Grapes
Cabernet sauvignon
: 50 %
Merlot
: 50 %