COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Carmenère, Petit Verdot
PRODUCER
Château Clerc Milon
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Clerc Milon 2021 is a red wine from the Pauillac appellation in Bordeaux, France, classified as a Fifth Growth in the 1855 Classification. The estate, owned by the Baron Philippe de Rothschild family, spans 41 hectares on the Mousset ridge, with soils of deep, sandy gravel over clay-limestone. The blend for this vintage comprises 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 1.5% Carmenère, and 1.5% Petit Verdot. The vineyard boasts an average vine age of 53 years, with some vines dating back to 1903. The winery's philosophy emphasizes excellence, terroir integrity, and the integration of tradition with technological innovation. The estate is known for its distinctive architecture, reflecting artistic sensibilities.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€56
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Features one of the oldest Carmenère vines in Bordeaux, planted in 1947.
Fact 02
Estate architecture is inspired by drama and dance.
Fact 03
Located between First Growths Lafite Rothschild and Mouton Rothschild.
Fact 04
Includes five grape varieties in its blend.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Château Clerc Milon 2021 involves fermentation in 40 stainless steel temperature-controlled vats, followed by malolactic fermentation in tank. The wine then undergoes aging for 16 to 18 months in oak barrels, with 40-55% of these being new. Viticulture emphasizes sustainability and environmental respect, with some parcels managed using biodynamic techniques. The harvest for this vintage took place from September 22 to October 8. The estate utilizes modern winemaking facilities and integrates technological innovation into its practices.
