Overview
Saint-Estephe is the most northerly major Medoc commune, marked by clay-rich gravel that gives muscular, long-lived wines with black fruit, iron and earthy depth.
In The Glass
- Colour
- Deep purple
- Nose
- Blackcurrant, Blackberry, Plum, Iron and Cedar.
- Palate
- Muscular northern Medoc - dark, earthy, tannic and built for age. Generally very full-bodied, medium acidity, grippy tannins, dry, with a very long finish.
Tasting Profile
Body Very Full5/5
Tannins Grippy5/5
Acidity Medium3/5
Sweetness Bone Dry1/5
Alcohol Medium3/5
Grapes
Cabernet SauvignonMerlotCabernet FrancPetit Verdot
Aromas And Notes
BlackcurrantBlackberryPlumDamsonIronCedarGraphiteEarthLeatherTobaccoGameTruffle
Terroir
Maritime - cool northern Medoc exposure balanced by the Gironde.
GravelClayLimestone subsoil
Food Pairings
Ribeye steakBraised short ribVenisonAged hard cheeses
Notable Producers
- Chateau Cos d Estournel, founded 1811 - Cos d Estournel
- Chateau Montrose, founded 1815 - Chateau Montrose
- Chateau Calon-Segur, founded 1147 - Chateau Calon-Segur