2018 Clos Fourtet Premier Grand Cru Classé Saint Emilion , Bordeaux FranceABOUT THIS WINE Beautiful all the way, the deep purple hued 2018 Chteau Clos Fourtet comes from one of the prized terroirs on the upper limestone plateau, just outside the village of Saint Emilion. The blend is 90% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc, and the balance Cabernet Sauvignon, brought up in 60% new French oak. Gorgeous minerality as well as cassis and ripe black cherry fruits emerge from this full bodied 2018 that has lots of tobacco and spice driven

the decision was made to vinify all of their red grapes together

a more seductive and seriously fun Loire Valley red than we’ve seen in a while

He passed away at the end of the harvest—a poetic farewell for a man that forever changed our perception of Beaujolais

In the months before the harvest

this cuvée is prized for its aromatic finesse and detail

as he felt the soil and climate of Turkey were ideal for growing high quality grapes

Cave la Grande

Influenced by ecological methods

blood orange and and intoxicating spicy hints of cinnamon

The estate is looked after with care and love

This prevailing mentality and fascination with spoof has worked to Alfredo’s benefit

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