Château Calon-Ségur Saint-Estèphe (Grand Cru Classé) is a highly sought-after Bordeaux blend from the Left Bank appellation of Saint-Estèphe. The estate has been under the ownership of the same family since the 18th century and its wines have been renowned for their unique character and quality. The blend consists of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. The bouquet is intense and complex, with aromas of ripe red and black fruit, spices, and tobacco. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and powerful, with firm tannins and a long, persistent finish. This is a classic expression of the Saint-Estèphe terroir and a must-try for any Bordeaux enthusiast.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Château Calon-Ségur Saint-Estèphe (Grand Cru Classé) is a deep and intense red wine that delivers a wealth of dark fruit and spice aromas, along with hints of leather, tobacco and earthy minerals.On the palate, it is full-bodied, rich and powerful, with a firm structure and velvety tannins that carry through to a long and persistent finish. A classic Bordeaux, this wine is a great example of the region's terroir, and a perfect accompaniment to a range of dishes.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2056
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Cabernet Franc
Petit Verdot
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Calon-Ségur
Region: Bordeaux
Bordeaux is a renowned French wine region located in the southwest of the country, along the Atlantic coast. It is one of the world’s most famous and prestigious wine regions, renowned for its high-quality wines and centuries-old winemaking tradition.
The history of winemaking in Bordeaux dates back to the 8th century, when the region was first planted with vines. Over the centuries, the region has become renowned for its high-quality wines, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in the world.