COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
PRODUCER
Chateau Fleur Pourret
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Low
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Fleur Pourret 2018 is a red wine from the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation in Bordeaux, France. The estate is owned by the Manoncourt family, who also own the prestigious Château Figeac. This connection highlights the quality and expertise invested in Fleur Pourret. The wine is noted for its classic Saint-Émilion style, distinguished by a blend that includes a significant proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon, contributing to its aging potential. The estate itself is relatively small, covering 4.5 hectares, and produces approximately 20,000 bottles per year, making it a discreet yet notable property within the region.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Owned by the family behind the legendary Château Figeac.
Fact 02
A 'winemaker's wine' that intrigues fellow professionals.
Fact 03
Features a higher-than-usual Cabernet blend for Saint-Émilion.
Fact 04
Small production, around 20,000 bottles annually.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Château Fleur Pourret 2018 undergoes traditional vinification in thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks, with a maceration period of around 12 days at temperatures between 26-28 degrees Celsius. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 15 months in barrels, with 25% of the barrels being new oak. This process is managed with the expertise of the Manoncourt family, who also own Château Figeac, ensuring a meticulous approach to winemaking.
