A densely textured wine from the de Butler family, this has firm tannins and plenty of blackberry fruits. Richness and concentration are balanced by attractive acidity. The wine should age well.

Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon & Petit Verdot grape blend.

This wine contains allergens, sulfites.

The Estate

The estate is composed of 10 hectares with vines situated on the plateau in the township of Portets, about 20 miles South of Bordeaux. Gravel soil on clay. Average vine age is 36 years. The winemaker, Christine Jacoby-Sourdes, has always been surrounded by vines, as her parents owned vineyards in Barsac.

Wine Making

Both the Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are harvested by hand and completely de-stemmed. Vinification in stainless-steel vats with maceration for 18 days. Aged for 12 months in French barrels. The estate has HEV3— High Environmental Value 3—the highest certification level. This means a more friendly environmental agriculture within very strict specifications, created and controlled by the French State.

Food Suggestions

Pairs well with beef, lamb, poultry, deer, and venison based dishes.

• Available Size: 750mL (12 pc)
• Female Winemaker
• Sustainable
• Historical-Estate
• Type: Wines
• Sub-type: Wines
• Class: Red
• ABV%: 13