COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Malbec
PRODUCER
SCEA Cavalie
REGION
South West France
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Saint-Sernin 2020 is a red wine from the Cahors appellation in Southwestern France, produced by SCEA Cavalie. The wine is primarily made from Malbec grapes. The producer, SCEA Cavalie, has a long-standing winemaking tradition, integrating historical methods with modern practices. The Cahors region is significant for Malbec cultivation, with its dry climate and limestone soils contributing to the grape's unique characteristics. The 2020 vintage was influenced by a warm climate.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Malbec, originally from Cahors, is now famously associated with Argentina.
Fact 02
Cahors Malbec is often called the 'black wine' for its deep color.
Fact 03
The region's limestone soils are crucial for Malbec's expression.
Fact 04
This wine offers a great quality-to-price ratio.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Château Saint-Sernin 2020, produced by SCEA Cavalie, emphasizes the expression of the Malbec grape from the Cahors region. The producer integrates traditional winemaking practices with modern techniques. The 2020 vintage was influenced by a warm climate. The estate's philosophy includes a commitment to terroir and sustainability.
