COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
PRODUCER
Château Chasse-Spleen
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Chasse-Spleen 2021 is a red wine from the Moulis-en-Médoc appellation in Bordeaux, France, produced by Château Chasse-Spleen. The estate's name is linked to Anglo-Saxon culture and literary figures, suggesting a wine intended to uplift the spirit. Managed by Céline Villars since 2000, the estate is situated on soils of Quaternary gravel over chalky-clay. The 2021 vintage experienced cooler and wetter weather, resulting in wines with a fresher profile and higher acidity. The wine is classified as Cru Bourgeois and is known for its consistent quality and refined character.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€35
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Chasse-Spleen' translates to 'chase away the blues'.
Fact 02
Inspired by literary references, including Baudelaire.
Fact 03
Vine age averages 30-40 years, contributing to wine complexity.
Fact 04
HVE 3 certified, highlighting environmental commitment.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Château Chasse-Spleen 2021 is produced using a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. The grapes are fermented in stainless steel and cement vats for about 10 days with pump-overs, followed by a two-week maceration. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels, with a portion potentially being new oak, for up to 18 months. Vineyards are farmed with HVE 3 certification, and harvests are manual. The estate's winemaking approach aims to balance fruit expression with structural components suitable for aging.
