Château Peyredoulle Maine Criquau


Premières Côtes de Blaye


Situation: On the best ground of Blayais, facing the Médoc.


Grape variety: Merlot 95%, 5% Petit Verdot


Soil composition: Poor chalky soil, with a hard stone subsoil, a very good flow property and a good exposition of hillsides, it is the ground for partiality of the vines.


Vinification: Manual harvest, with alot of selective picking and sorting. The temperature is controlled to approximanly18°C,and aged in oak barrels for six months.


Tasting: Deep red colour. Very complexed on the nose with hints of vanilla, soft fruits, tobacco and leather. In the mouth there is an explosion of stewed fruits with a final persistence.


Drinking suggestions: Excellent with lamb, traditional cuisine, casseroles, small game and strong cheese.


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