Bordeaux
Château Chasse-Spleen - Moulis-en-Médoc - Rouge - 2020
Characteristics
Country / Region: Bordeaux
Vintage: 2020
Name: AOP Moulis-en-Médoc
Grape variety: 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot, 6.5% Petit Verdot & 2.5% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol: 13.5 vol.
Color: Red
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Estate rated 1 star in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2024 (RVF)
Guide RVF 2024 : 94/100
Wine:
Dense and vibrant, with beautifully polished tannins, the 2020 red Château Chasse-Spleen is a standout example of this consistently excellent estate. True to its signature style, it offers a harmonious balance of silky smoothness, refined elegance, and underlying structure. A captivating wine with impressive aging potential. Rated 94/100 by The RVF Guide.Vinification:
Hand harvested. Vinification in temperature-controlled stainless-steel and cement vats. Aged 18 months in barrels, 40% new.Color:
Bright garnet red.Nose:
Aromas of red and black fruits, cherries and blackcurrants, topped with floral and rose notes.Palate:
Dense and smooth with bright fruity flavors, this classy wine offers delicate tannins, a silky heart palate and great persistence.
Temperature:
Serve between 14 and 16°C.Food and wine pairing:
Grilled lamb chop, beef chuck and pan-fried heirloom vegetables, roast venison civet with cocoa crust.Cellar aging:
From now until 2034, and even longer for enthusiasts.Château Chasse-Spleen consistently ranks as a standout in its appellation, year after year. Situated on the magnificent gravel plateau of Grand-Poujeaux, its distinctive terroir and refined style bring out a unique expression of Cabernet Sauvignon, making it a wine of undeniable character and distinction.