Chateau Clos l'Eglise
Chateau Clos l'Eglise Côtes de Castillon
Red wine
4.5
Expert Rating
3.8
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Chateau Clos l'Eglise is a renowned producer of Côtes de Castillon wines, located in the Bordeaux region of France. The vineyard is situated on a hillside with a south-facing exposure, providing optimal sunlight for the grapes to ripen. The winemaking process is carefully managed, with a focus on traditional techniques and attention to detail. The resulting wine is a rich and complex blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and earthy undertones.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Château Clos l’Eglise Côtes de Castillon is an elegant Bordeaux blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, produced by the renowned Château Clos l’Eglise.The nose is full of ripe blackberry and plum aromas, with subtle notes of tobacco and cedar. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied, with a generous amount of ripe tannins. The flavors are of red and black fruits, with hints of spice, licorice and earthy minerality. The finish is long and smooth, with a lingering hint of dark chocolate. This is an enjoyable and well-balanced wine, perfect for pairing with grilled meats or hearty stews.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Cabernet Franc
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Chateau Clos l'Eglise
Region: South West France
The South West region of France is an important wine zone, encompassing the administrative regions of Aquitaine, Limousin and Midi-Pyrénées, but excluding Bordeaux. It has a long and varied history, from its days as a British trading partner to its current struggle to gain recognition for its diverse wines.
South West France has a long and storied history of winemaking. The region has been producing wine since the Roman era, and it has been an important part of the local culture ever since. In the Middle Ages, the region was known for its fortified wines, and it was a major producer of sweet wines during the Renaissance. Today, South West France is one of the most important wine regions in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
3.8
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