Château Corbin-Michotte
Château Corbin-Michotte Saint-Émilion Grand Cru (Grand Cru Classé until 2012)
3.5
Expert Rating
4.2
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château Corbin-Michotte is a prestigious wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France. This Grand Cru Classé estate, which held its classification until 2012, is known for its exceptional quality and craftsmanship. The vineyard features well-drained gravel and clay soils, providing ideal conditions for the cultivation of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The winemaking process at Château Corbin-Michotte is carefully executed, with a focus on traditional techniques and attention to detail. The resulting wine is characterized by its rich and complex flavors, displaying notes of dark fruits, spice, and earthiness. It offers a harmonious balance of structure, elegance, and finesse, making it a sought-after choice for wine enthusiasts.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Château Corbin-Michotte Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is a prestigious wine from the Saint-Émilion region in Bordeaux, France.It offers a rich and complex flavor profile. It typically exhibits notes of dark fruits such as blackberry and plum, accompanied by hints of spice, tobacco, and cedar. The wine is known for its full-bodied nature, with well-integrated tannins that provide structure and a long, elegant finish.
With aging potential, this wine can develop further complexity and refinement over time. It is recommended to decant the wine before serving to allow it to breathe and fully express its aromas and flavors. Pairing this wine with red meat dishes, such as grilled steak or roasted lamb, would complement its robust character.
EXPERT RATING
3.5
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Cabernet Franc
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Corbin-Michotte
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.CUSTOMER RATING
4.2
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