Assemblage of 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.
The 2016 Bordeaux vintage is structurally engineered for exceptional longevity. The climatic sequence yielded small, concentrated berries with exceptional polyphenolic density. Technically, the ageing capability is defined by a rare alignment: substantial, ripe tannins (high IPT) underpinned by marked acidity preserved via cool nocturnal temperatures.
This architecture creates a robust antioxidant framework. Unlike softer years, the 2016s rely on this "classic" tension between fruit, tannin, and acid to ensure a slow, stable maturation trajectory. Consequently, the wines demand significant cellaring to resolve their dense texture, promising evolution over several decades.
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2016 The 2016 Bordeaux vintage is structurally engineered for exceptional longevity. The climatic sequence yielded small, concentrated berries with exceptional polyphenolic density. Technically, the ageing capability is defined by a rare alignment: substantial, ripe tannins (high IPT) underpinned by marked acidity preserved via cool nocturnal temperatures. This architecture creates a robust antioxidant framework. Unlike softer years, the 2016s rely on this "classic" tension between fruit, tannin, and acid to ensure a slow, stable maturation trajectory. Consequently, the wines demand significant cellaring to resolve their dense texture, promising evolution over several decades. |
| Colour: | red |
| Style: | still (dry) |
| Assemblage: | yes |
| Grape variety: | Merlot |
| For assemblages, the main grape variety is shown. | |
| Producer: | Closerie Saint Roc |
| Country: | France |
| Region: | Bordeaux |
| Subregion: | n/a |
| Appellation: | Bordeaux AOC |
| Vineyard: | n/a |
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