COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
85% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Malbec, 1% Carménère
PRODUCER
Famille Amoreau
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Le Puy Cuvée Emilien is a red wine from the Francs Côtes de Bordeaux appellation in Bordeaux, France, produced by the Amoreau family. The estate has a history dating back to 1610, with the family committed to natural and biodynamic viticulture and winemaking. The vineyards are located on a high-altitude limestone and clay plateau. The 2020 vintage is noted for its balance of maturity and freshness. The wine is made using traditional, low-intervention methods, reflecting a deep respect for the terroir.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€41
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are situated on the second highest point in the Gironde department.
Fact 02
Farmed without chemical treatments since its founding in 1610.
Fact 03
Certified Organic and Biodynamic.
Fact 04
Bottled without fining or filtration.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Château Le Puy is characterized by its commitment to natural and traditional methods. Grapes are hand-harvested and then fermented spontaneously in cement vats using only native yeasts. A gentle 'infusion' technique is used, and no sulfites, added yeast, or sugar are employed. The wine is subsequently aged for 24 months, typically split between large oak foudres and used oak barriques. Finally, it is bottled without any fining or filtration, preserving its natural character.
