Presentation
Presentation
Château Lacroix Blanchon is located in the commune of Lussac St Emilion, in Blanchon. The estate of 7.48 hectares is planted with the Merlot and Cabernet Franc grape varieties planted in clay-limestone soils. Château Lacroix Blanchon has belonged to Sabine Lacroix since 1999.
Location
This region consists of limestone plateaux at around 100m above sea level, hence its name "Bordeaux's high country". Wines of the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation are produced the vineyard zone of the Gironde. The wines must conform to rigorous quality criteria and are made from grapes from selected vineyard parcels and older vines. The red Bordeaux Supérieur is characterised by great aromatic complexity combining ripe fruits, floral aromas, spice and often a hint of oak.
Winemaking
Destemming and crushing of the grapes. Alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature with selected yeasts and maceration of the skins. This takes 2 to 3 weeks to provide a supple, rounded wine. Ageing in stainless-steel and concrete tanks.
Varietals
Merlot : 70%
Cabernet sauvignon : 20%
Cabernet franc : 10%
Cabernet sauvignon : 20%
Cabernet franc : 10%
Advice
Taste profile
Rouge rond aromatique
Tasting
A wine with good substance, the result of a controlled vinification where extraction plays an important role. The structure is fine, in balance with the richness, the substance and the freshness. A fruity, pleasant wine that can be enjoyed young or aged for several years.
Food pairings
Serve at between 16 and 18°C. Can be enjoyed throughout the meal.
