COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Château Le Pape
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Le Pape 2018 is a red wine from the AOP Pessac-Léognan in Bordeaux, France. The estate, established in the 18th century, was acquired by Robert and Elisabeth Wilmers, owners of Château Haut-Bailly, in 2012. The 2018 vintage is notable as the first to be entirely produced by the Château Haut-Bailly winemaking team. The estate's vineyards were incorporated into Château Haut-Bailly starting with the 2021 vintage, marking 2021 as the final year for Château Le Pape as a distinct wine.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Founded in the 18th century by a master sailmaker.
Fact 02
2018 was the first vintage fully made by the Château Haut-Bailly team.
Fact 03
Vineyards were integrated into Château Haut-Bailly from the 2021 vintage onwards.
Fact 04
Low yields in 2018 due to challenging weather.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Château Le Pape 2018 underwent fermentation in temperature-controlled cement tanks or stainless steel vats, followed by malolactic fermentation in vat. The wine was subsequently aged for 12 to 15 months in French oak barrels, with new oak usage varying between 20% and 50%. Sustainable viticulture practices are a part of the estate's approach.
