Despagne-Rapin
Despagne-Rapin Chateau Maison Blanche Montagne-Saint-Emilion
3.8
Expert Rating
3.8
Regularly Reviewed
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Despagne-Rapin Chateau Maison Blanche Montagne-Saint-Emilion is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Despagne family in the Montagne-Saint-Emilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. The vineyard is situated on a hillside with a south-facing exposure, providing optimal sunlight and drainage for the vines. The winemaking process involves a blend of traditional and modern techniques, including hand-harvesting and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a subtle hint of oak. This wine is a perfect representation of the high-quality wines produced in the Montagne-Saint-Emilion appellation.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Despagne-Rapin Chateau Maison Blanche Montagne-Saint-Emilion is a classic and well-balanced Bordeaux blend.On the nose, it offers aromas of ripe dark fruit, earthy spices, and leather. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with a rich texture and a fine tannic structure. The finish is long, with nuances of cassis and blackberries, and hints of toasted oak. A fine and elegant wine, it will continue to develop complexity over time.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Merlot
Cabernet Franc
ORIGINS
Winery: Despagne-Rapin
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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