Sovex GrandsChateaux Bordeaux de Gloria is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Bordeaux winery, Château Gloria. This wine is made from a blend of classic Bordeaux grape varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, sourced from the estate's vineyards in the Saint-Julien appellation. The vineyards are known for their gravelly soils, which impart a unique minerality to the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including hand-harvesting and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a wine with a rich and complex flavor profile. Sovex GrandsChateaux Bordeaux de Gloria is a full-bodied wine with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a long, elegant finish, making it a perfect choice for special occasions or pairing with hearty meals.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Sovex GrandsChateaux Bordeaux de Gloria is a deep and intensely coloured wine, with a nose of dark fruits and a hint of spice.On the palate, it has a lively acidity that is balanced by ripe tannins and flavours of cassis, blackberry, tobacco, and cedar. The finish is long and lingering, with a touch of dark chocolate and coffee.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Petit Verdot
ORIGINS
Winery: Sovex GrandsChateaux
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.