Château Grand Corbin-Despagne
Château Grand Corbin-Despagne Château Ampélia Castillon - Côtes de Bordeaux
4.6
Expert Rating
3.8
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
With a lineage tracing back to the 17th century, François Despagne, alongside wife Murielle, stands as custodian of Château Grand Corbin-Despagne, while pioneering quality in the Côtes de Castillon appellation since 1999. Their 4.75-hectare estate boasts clay-limestone soils over limestone rock, nurturing Merlot and Cabernet Franc vines averaging 26 years. Embracing organic viticulture supervised by Qualisud, the vineyard received official "Organic Wine" status in 2018. Vinified in small vats and aged in barrels, their meticulous approach yields around 30,000 bottles annually. Offering both youthful allure and aging potential up to a decade, this wine epitomizes the Despagne legacy of excellence.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Château Grand Corbin-Despagne Château Ampélia Castillon - Côtes de Bordeaux is a delightful red wine from the Castillon - Côtes de Bordeaux appellation in Bordeaux, France.This wine is a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, which gives it a rich and complex flavor profile.
On the nose, Château Grand Corbin-Despagne Château Ampélia Castillon - Côtes de Bordeaux offers enticing aromas of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, and a hint of cedar. These aromas are complemented by subtle notes of vanilla and spice, adding depth and complexity to the wine.
The palate is equally impressive, with a velvety texture and well-integrated tannins. The flavors of black fruits continue to shine, accompanied by hints of tobacco and dark chocolate. The wine has a medium to full body, with a long and satisfying finish.
Château Grand Corbin-Despagne Château Ampélia Castillon - Côtes de Bordeaux is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but it also has the potential to age gracefully. It pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, hearty stews, and aged cheeses.
EXPERT RATING
4.6
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Cabernet Franc
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Grand Corbin-Despagne
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
3.8
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