Château Mayne-Vieil
Château Mayne-Vieil Fronsac
4.0
Expert Rating
3.8
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château Mayne-Vieil is a premium red wine by a well-respected winery located in the Fronsac appellation of Bordeaux, France. The wine is made from Merlot grapes grown in the estate's vineyards, which benefit from the area's unique terroir, characterized by clay and limestone soils and a moderate maritime climate. The wine is made using traditional winemaking techniques, including aging in oak barrels, which adds complexity and depth to the wine. The resulting wine is full-bodied and rich, with notes of dark fruit, chocolate, and a hint of spice, making it an ideal choice for pairing with roasted meats, game, and strong cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Château Mayne-Vieil Fronsac is a ripe and juicy red with aromas of fresh red fruit, blackberry, cassis, and mineral notes.On the palate, it has a smooth and round tannin structure and a balanced acidity that leads to a lingering finish. The flavors of dark fruit and spice cling to the palate. This is a delicious and complex wine that will delight any wine lover.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2026
Profile
Sweetness:
No sweetness
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Mayne-Vieil
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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