COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec
PRODUCER
Château Gazin
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château du Gazin 2020 is a red wine from the Canon-Fronsac appellation in Bordeaux, France, produced by Château Gazin. The blend is typically dominated by Merlot (around 85%), with contributions from Cabernet Franc and Malbec. The estate is owned by the Quesnay family, who have a long-standing commitment to quality and balance. The 2020 vintage benefited from favorable weather, resulting in well-balanced wines. The wine is recognized for its distinctive blend and has received accolades from wine critics and guides.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A significant portion (around 85%) of this blend is Merlot.
Fact 02
Malbec, a rare addition in Bordeaux blends, contributes to its character.
Fact 03
The 2020 vintage received 2 stars in the 2024 Guide Hachette des Vins.
Fact 04
James Suckling awarded the 2020 vintage an impressive 95 points.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Château du Gazin 2020 undergoes traditional vinification in temperature-controlled vats. Grapes are meticulously sorted twice to ensure quality. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, with approximately half being new. The 2020 vintage was characterized by favorable weather conditions, contributing to optimal grape ripeness. Some production methods may involve vinification without added sulfites.