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
The Lussac Saint-Emilion appellation is found to the north of the hill of Saint-Emilion. The first vineyard to be designated a World Heritage Site, the region is full of charm, with prestigious historic houses and Romanesque churches dominating its many hillsides. The vineyard is planted on hillsides, plateaux and at the foot of the slopes. The soil can be Perigord sand or clay-limestone, producing wines which can be enjoyed young as well as those designed for long ageing.
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.
