Bordeaux
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
Saga R Bordeaux rouge comes from Entre-deux-Mers région located between the Garonne and the Dordogne River. Generations of local knowledge have taught our grape growers the secrets of the landscape that create the most outstanding Bordeaux Rouge.
Terroir
This hilly region boasts a variety of soils, giving a great diversity of terroirs that are perfectly suited to our grapes. 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. This unique landscape is what creates the harmonious blend of flavours bursting from our Bordeaux Rouge.
Winemaking
Vinification takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, combining modern and traditional methods. Alcoholic fermentation is followed by a 15-day maceration period at 28°C, to obtain a gentle, gradual extraction of color and tannins. This wine is not aged in oak barrels to preserve the purity of the fruit.
Tasting
Deep garnet colour. Vibrant nose, with aromas of fresh berries (redcurrant, blackberry, raspberry). With swirling, floral notes of rose develop. On the palate, the wine is flattering, round and harmonious, with velvety tannins. An accessible seductive wine.
Alcohol content
13,85
Grapes
Merlot
: 70 %
Cabernet sauvignon
: 30 %