COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
PRODUCER
Antoine Moueix Properties
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Patache D'Aux 2017 is a red wine from the AOC Médoc in Bordeaux, France, holding the Cru Bourgeois classification. Owned by Antoine Moueix Properties, the estate boasts a history stretching back to the 17th century, with its name derived from historical stagecoaches and maritime customs vessels. The vineyard, located in the northern Médoc communes of Bégadan and Saint-Christoly-Médoc, is planted on clay-limestone plateaus and a distinctive limestone hill, contributing to the wine's character. The 2017 vintage is noted for its freshness and floral notes, linked to this unique terroir.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€75
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Patache' refers to historical stagecoaches and customs vessels.
Fact 02
Vine age at the estate averages around 39 years.
Fact 03
The vineyard is certified HVE-3 (High Environmental Value Level 3).
Fact 04
The estate is situated in the northernmost part of Bordeaux's Médoc region.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Château Patache D'Aux involves fermentation in temperature-controlled vats, utilizing a combination of wood, stainless steel, and cement. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 to 16 months, with a portion of new oak barrels alongside used ones, and potentially in concrete tanks. The estate's viticultural practices are guided by a philosophy focused on expressing the unique terroir, with a commitment to environmental standards including HVE-3 certification and a reported dedication to biodynamics.
