Château de Monrecueil
Château de Monrecueil Bordeaux Supérieur
4.3
Expert Rating
3.5
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château de Monrecueil Bordeaux Supérieur is a classic Bordeaux blend that showcases the approachable side of Bordeaux. Labelled under the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation, the grapes for this wine can be sourced from all over the larger Bordeaux region. Château de Monrecueil aim to create a gently extracted style with supple tannins. They also do not age their wine in oak barrels, but instead seek to craft a fruit-driven expression that can be enjoyed in its youth.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Château de Monrecueil Bordeaux Supérieur reveals a medium ruby color on pouring, with light staining of the tears suggesting a wine of delicate extraction.On the nose, the wine is youthful with primary aromas of ripe blackberries, red plums, and a touch of bell pepper. These aromas are complemented by an earthy character, typical of the region. The palate shows a medium body and smooth, unobtrusive tannins and well-balanced acidity that provides a refreshing finish.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Cabernet Franc
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Château de Monrecueil
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
3.5
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