Château Sansonnet
Château Sansonnet Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
4.8
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Château Sansonnet Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is a highly regarded wine produced by a renowned winery in the Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. The vineyard features a unique terroir with limestone and clay soils, which impart a distinct character to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is a rich and complex blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and earthy undertones. This Grand Cru Classé is a testament to the exceptional quality of Bordeaux wines and is a must-try for any wine enthusiast.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Château Sansonnet Saint-Émilion Grand Cru (Grand Cru Classé) is a powerful and tannic wine with aromas of dark cherry, blackcurrant, leather, and smoke.On the palate, it is full-bodied and intense, with a rich, velvety texture and flavors of blackberry, plum, and graphite. The finish is long, with a lingering hint of spice, freshness, and complexity. Enjoy now or cellar for up to 20 years.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2029
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Merlot
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Sansonnet
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
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