COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Château Monplaisir
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 Monplaisir is located in the historic Bergerac wine region of South West France, a neighbor to Bordeaux that shares a similar climate and grape varieties but offers its own distinct character. The 'Esprit' cuvée represents a modern expression of the estate's terroir, crafted to showcase the depth and structure possible in Bergerac. The estate focuses on sustainable viticulture, utilizing the region's clay-limestone soils to produce wines with excellent balance and aging potential.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Aged for a full 12 months in French oak barrels, with one-third being brand new wood.
Fact 02
Bergerac shares the same grape varieties as its famous neighbor Bordeaux but often offers exceptional value.
Fact 03
The term 'Élevé en fût de chêne' on the label highlights the traditional oak-aging process used to structure this cuvée.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
This wine undergoes traditional vinification with temperature-controlled fermentation to extract rich color and supple tannins. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels (fût de chêne), with approximately 33% new wood. This extensive barrel aging integrates the tannins, rounds out the palate, and imparts subtle smoky, toasted, and vanilla notes to the final blend.
