COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
PRODUCER
Château Blaignan
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Blaignan Cru Bourgeois Médoc is a red wine from the historic Médoc appellation in Bordeaux, France. Produced by Château Blaignan, the estate is recognized as the oldest winemaking property in the Médoc, with a documented history dating back to the 14th century. The estate has undergone significant modernization, focusing on both vineyard and cellar improvements. The wine is a blend primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, reflecting the classic Bordeaux varietals suited to the region's terroir. Château Blaignan is also committed to sustainable viticulture, holding a Level 3 High Environmental Value certification.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
17-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The oldest winemaking estate in the Médoc.
Fact 02
Vineyard presence documented since the 14th century.
Fact 03
Achieved Level 3 of the High Environmental Value (HEV) certification.
Fact 04
105 hectares of vines, with an average age of 25 years.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Château Blaignan employs a winemaking process centered on parcel-by-parcel vinification, utilizing small stainless steel vats. Before fermentation, a cold maceration period is employed. Fermentation occurs at temperatures between 25-30°C with gentle daily pumping over. Post-fermentation maceration can last between 21 to 30 days. The wine is then aged for 14 to 16 months, potentially including time in oak barrels. The estate adheres to 'Agriculture Raisonnée' principles and has achieved Level 3 of the High Environmental Value (HEV) certification, reflecting a commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly viticulture.
