Château des Laurets
An Overview
The first impression on the nose offers a subtle blend of black fruit aromas with a dominant blackcurrant.
Winemaker’s Tasting Notes
The mouth reveals a frank and assumed structure directed all in length, no excessive opulence in this vintage all in "lace". The aromas of fresh and crisp fruit give the wine a juicy side, all well chiselled by an already well-integrated woodiness. As is often the case at Château des Laurets, the subtle, spicy notes on the finish perfectly enhance the lovely tension of the overall.
Viticulture
Soil Type: Limestone and clay
Average Age of the Vine: 25 years
Vine Density: 5 500 vines/ha
Grape Varieties: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc
Pruning: Double Guyot
Vine Management: Natural grass cover
Food Pairing
Already a lot of immediate pleasure with Château des Laurets 2017, with potential for at least 8-10 years. It will be perfect with, for example, beautiful grilled red meats.
Harvest
Harvest: Mechanical Harvest Period: Merlot from October 05th to 19th, Cabernet Sauvignon the October 20th
Maturation
Ageing: 30% in new barrels, 30% in second fill barrels, and the rest in vats.
Analysis
The first impression on the nose offers a subtle blend of black fruit aromas with a dominant of blackcurrant. A controlled ageing of 30% in new wood brings a harmonious aromatic complexity; the black fruit blends with spices without any harshness. Elegant!
