Mission St Vincent - Bordeaux Rouge

Presentation

Presentation
For centuries the Entre-Deux-Mers region of Bordeaux has been crossed by pilgrims on the Way of Saint James. Here they chanced on medieval fortified towns and 12th century missions such as those of Créon, Monségur, Sauveterre-de-Guyenne or Saint-Vincent de Pertignas, which has taken the name of the patron saint of winegrowers, Saint-Vincent. Discover the entire range of Bordeaux rosé, 100% Sauvignon white, red and moelleux (sweet white).
Location
Bordeaux is the largest vineyard for appellation wines in the whole of France. Situated in the South West near the Atlantic, it is crossed by the rivers Garonne and Dordogne and enjoys a temperate maritime climate. The richness, the quality and the diversity of its wines derive from the particular character of the terroirs, the experience of the winegrowers and the art of blending. The tide, which flows up both of the region's rivers, brings very specific characteristics to the wines. With its huge size, Bordeaux reds offer an infinite palette of flavours and combine their qualities in myriad different ways.
Winemaking
Destemming and crushing of the grapes. Thermovinification of part of the harvest to obtain a must rich in colour and fruity aromas. Alcoholic fermentation (controlled temperature, selected yeasts) and maceration of the skins for around 3 weeks to obtain a rounded wine with good structure. Part of the blend is aged in oak to add complexity to the wine's aromas without excessive oakiness.
Varietals
Merlot : 83%
Cabernet sauvignon : 8%
Malbec : 8%
Cabernet franc : 1%
Specifications
Haute Valeur Environnementale

Advice

Taste profile
Rouge rond boisé
Tasting
Intense, dark red colour. Ripe, fresh fruit on the nose, subtly oaked with vanilla and toasty notes. Full and round on the palate, with a fruit-driven balance, lightly oaked (40% of the wine is oaked). An authentic Bordeaux.
Food pairings
Serve at between 16 and 18°C with meat and cheeses.