Château Macquin, Saint-Georges-Saint-Émilion

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Wines have been made at Château Macquin since 1885, when the first cellar was developed by François-Albert Macquin. François was the first to re-plant vines in the Saint-Émilion region following the phylloxera outbreak in the 19th century. Today, the Château is run by his grandson Denis and wife Christine Corre-Macquin, who own 27 hectares of vines in both Saint-Émilion and Pomerol. They are involved in every vine-growing and winemaking decision to ensure the high quality of their wine remains consistent every vintage.

Château Macquin is located just three kilometres north of Saint-Émilion, in the small village of Saint-Georges, the smallest of all Bordeaux appellations (180 hectares). However, at its peak of 89 metres above sea level, Saint-Georges enjoys one of the best elevations on the right bank, giving the wines freshness and concentration. The south facing vines are planted on clay and limestone soils and range from 15 to 60 years old. The vines are sustainably farmed, without the use of herbicides, fertilisers, or other harmful chemicals.

The outstanding weather conditions in August and subsequent Indian summer resulted in red wine grapes with a particularly high sugar content, satisfactory levels of tartaric acid and promising aromatic potential. The thick skins and concentration of tannins required meticulous care during extraction. The Merlot wines are deep and concentrated,while maintaining freshness in spite of their relatively high alcohol level. Enjoyed with Ratatouille, Tournedos, grilled lamb chops.

 

 

 

Description

Tasting Notes from Pinto Wines

Colour Deep ruby red
Nose Intense aromas of ripe red fruits along with spicy notes of cinnamon and pepper
Palate Full-bodied with concentrated flavours of cassis, raspberry and tobacco with a lifted acidity. Silky tannins linger on the long, persistent finish

Fact Sheet

Size 75 cl
Grape Variety 80% Merlot , 10% Cabernet Sauvignon & 10% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol % 14.5%
Style Full-Bodied Dry Red
Estate/Producer Château Macquin Estate
Country France
Region Bordeaux Sub-Region: Saint-Émilion
Vintage 2020
Vinification Maceration lasted for three weeks. Fermentation and malolactic fermentation took place in temperature-controlled, stainless-steel tanks, with pumping over of the cap in order to extract colour and tannin. One third of the wine was aged in 25% new French oak for one year, giving the wine a little structure and complexity without being overpowering. The remaining two thirds rested in stainless steel until blending
Closure Natural Cork
Cellaring/Ageing Potential Ready to be enjoyed but has potential to age up to 4 years

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