COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Merlot
PRODUCER
Domaine Chibaou
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Chibaou's Surnaturel Merlot 2020 is a red wine from Bordeaux, France, produced by Domaine Chibaou. This wine is characterized by its natural winemaking approach, being certified organic and vegan-friendly, and made with no added sulfites or inputs. The estate's winemaking journey began with the current owner's great-grandfather in the early 1900s, with a transition to organic farming in 2008. The 'Surnaturel' cuvée is a collaborative effort with Vintrépides. The vineyard is located on clay-limestone terroir at a high elevation with a steep, windy exposure, which promotes grape concentration.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Certified organic and vegan-friendly.
Fact 02
Made with absolutely no added sulfites.
Fact 03
Vineyards are approximately 30 years old.
Fact 04
A collaboration with Vintrépides.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Surnaturel Merlot 2020 is produced from 100% Merlot grapes grown on clay-limestone terroir. The vineyard is managed using certified organic farming methods. Harvest is conducted mechanically at a late stage of ripeness. In the cellar, the grapes undergo sorting, followed by vinification in stainless steel vats with fermentation at low temperatures and extended maceration. The wine is subsequently aged in concrete vats. The production volume is approximately 18,000 bottles annually.
