COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Château Les Barraillots
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Les Barraillots is a distinguished 'Cru Artisan' estate situated in the renowned Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France. Established in 1928 by Ferdinand Brunet, a cooper from Château Margaux, the estate has remained a family-owned venture, now managed by Yannick Martin-Brunet. The name 'Barraillots' itself is a nod to historical local land divisions. The 7-hectare vineyard, planted with an average vine age of 40 years, benefits from Margaux's characteristic gravel soils and favorable microclimate. The 2022 vintage, characterized by warm and dry weather, has yielded a wine of notable concentration and balance, reflecting the strengths of the Bordeaux region.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€38
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Barraillots' refers to small fences or land banks used as property markers in local dialect.
Fact 02
The estate is one of the last independent, family-owned producers in Margaux.
Fact 03
Vineyards are situated on some of the highest elevations in the Margaux commune.
Fact 04
Average vine age is around 40 years old.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Château Les Barraillots employs traditional winemaking techniques, beginning with manual harvesting to ensure grape quality. The vineyard is managed using sustainable practices, including plowing without chemical weed killers. Following harvest, the wine is aged for eighteen months in barrels, with one-third of the oak being new, a practice that contributes to the wine's structure and complexity. The estate's approach emphasizes a deep connection to its terroir and a commitment to family legacy, characteristic of its 'Cru Artisan' status.
