Clos de l'Oratoire Saint-Émilion Grand Cru (Grand Cru Classé) 2006 (750ml) New Zealand

Clos de l'Oratoire Saint-Émilion Grand Cru (Grand Cru Classé) 2006 (750ml) New ZealandBought in 1991 by Stephan Von Neipperg, also owner of Mondotte and Canon la Gaffelire, the Clos de l'Oratoire vineyard is located on a clay limestone terroir at the top of the coast, and clay sandy at the bottom of the coast. The property covers 13. 07 hectares, planted with Merlot (80%) and Cabernet Franc (20%). The agriculture that is carried out there is in the process of certification in organic. The average age of the vines is 35 years. After

this is perfect to enjoy while waiting for the Grand Vin to develop

terra cotta

this vintage reveals layers of complexity on the palate

Lush texture and vibrant acidity lead to a long

and grilled pineapple

during an initial cold maceration in stainless steel

The result is not the teeth-stainer and -gripper one may expect from this variety

Wafting from the glass with aromas of cassis and minty blackberries mingled with violets and licorice

Do not drink this wine before 2026

asserting the role and responsibility of the owners of top growths in the face of the all-powerful Bordeaux wine trade

with mineral

although half of its total plantings are in red