COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
100% Merlot
PRODUCER
Vignobles Pierre-Emmanuel Janoueix
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Pierhem 2018 is a 100% Merlot from the esteemed Pomerol appellation in Bordeaux, France. Produced by Vignobles Pierre-Emmanuel Janoueix, the estate is committed to sustainable practices, holding High Environmental Value certification. The vineyard spans 1.8 hectares with an average vine age of 60 years, planted in characteristic sandy-gravel soils rich in iron oxides ('crasse de fer'). This terroir, combined with the favorable conditions of the 2018 vintage, yields a wine celebrated for its depth and structure.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€33
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
17-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vines at Château Pierhem average 60 years old, contributing to concentrated fruit.
Fact 02
The soil is characterized by 'crasse de fer', a unique iron-rich clay.
Fact 03
The estate holds High Environmental Value certification.
Fact 04
The 2018 vintage is noted for its richness and elegance.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Château Pierhem's winemaking begins with hand-harvested and sorted Merlot grapes. Fermentation takes place in thermo-regulated stainless-steel tanks. A portion of the wine then undergoes malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels, with lees stirring ('batonnage') employed to enhance texture and complexity. The wine is subsequently aged for 16 to 18 months in French oak barrels from Bordeaux and Burgundy. The estate practices integrated viticulture and holds High Environmental Value certification, reflecting a commitment to sustainable winemaking.
