COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2003
GRAPE
Bordeaux Blend Red
PRODUCER
Château Arnaud de Jacquemeau
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Arnaud de Jacquemeau is a red wine from the prestigious Saint-Emilion Grand Cru appellation in Bordeaux, France. The 2003 vintage was notable for its record-breaking heat during the growing season, yet it yielded a very good quality wine. As a Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, this wine embodies the region's commitment to quality and tradition, typically featuring Merlot-dominant blends that result in elegant, age-worthy wines of notable character and structure.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€0
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 2003 Bordeaux vintage was marked by a historic heatwave, yet still produced very good quality wines.
Fact 02
This wine received a score of 87/100 from renowned critic Jean-Marc Quarin in March 2004.
Fact 03
Saint-Emilion Grand Cru is a prestigious classification within Bordeaux, known for its quality and aging potential.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Specific details regarding the viticulture, vinification, and aging processes for Château Arnaud de Jacquemeau 2003 are not available. However, as a Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, it would typically involve careful vineyard management, selective harvesting to ensure optimal ripeness, fermentation in temperature-controlled vats to preserve aromatics, and aging in oak barrels to develop complexity, soften tannins, and integrate flavors. The duration and type of oak used would contribute significantly to the wine's final profile.
