Château Le Ripeau - Saint-Émilion Grand Cru - Red - 2021 :

 

Château Ripeau: A Reborn Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé

Château Ripeau, a distinguished Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé, is a property that has been entirely revitalized by the Grégoire family since 2015. Located on the renowned north-western plateau, near legendary estates like Cheval Blanc, its terroir-a mix of gravelly sand and iron-bearing clay-is key to the wine's depth. This is a meticulously crafted Bordeaux, combining the plushness of Merlot with the backbone of the Cabernets, destined for the cellars of serious collectors.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: A deep, rich garnet hue.
• Aroma: A complex and expressive nose, offering layers of dense black fruit (cassis, plum) and dark chocolate, seamlessly integrated with notes of new French oak, tobacco leaf, and exotic spice.
• Taste: The wine is full-bodied and concentrated, with a creamy texture on the mid-palate. It boasts a firm, yet fine-grained tannic structure, leading to a long, savoury, and fresh finish. It represents the modern style of top-tier Saint-Émilion.

Food Pairing & Decanting

Best enjoyed after 4-6 years of bottle age, or with a good 90-minute decant when young. Serve slightly cooler than room temperature at 16°C. It stands up beautifully to classic British roasts and rich game dishes.

Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2021
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