Chateau Potensac
Medoc Delon 2021
| Denomination | AOC Medoc |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Bordeaux (France) |
| Grape varieties | 47% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot |
| Aging | Aged in barriques, 20% in new barrels |
- Vintage and origin: 2021, Médoc AOC Bordeaux (France), traditional still red wine
- Grape composition: Merlot 47%, Cabernet Sauvignon 35%, Cabernet Franc 17%, Petit Verdot 1%
- Maturation: aged in barriques, 20% in new barrels, with hints of cedar and a touch of vanilla
- Aroma and flavour: blackberry, plum and graphite; dry taste, balanced tannins, cocoa and tobacco
- Serving and pairings: decant for 1 hour at 16-18 °C; ideal with red meats, game, cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Chateau Potensac is a still red wine that embodies the classic Bordeaux profile, presenting a deep ruby colour with violet highlights. The result of a careful blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it expresses a floral and fruity bouquet, rich in notes of blackberry, blackcurrant and plum. On the palate it is dry, characterised by a medium-full body and well-integrated tannins. The tasting reveals earthy and smoky notes, enhanced by subtle hints of cocoa and tobacco, finishing with a long, mineral finish.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in France, in the Médoc area, located within the renowned Bordeaux region. Produced by Chateau Potensac, it faithfully reflects the identity of the Bordeaux soil. To enhance its aromatic complexity, it is recommended to decant for about an hour before serving, at a temperature between 16 and 18°C. At the table, its freshness pairs beautifully with red meats and game, and is also ideal with pork dishes and flavourful cheeses.
How it is produced
Production is based on a rigorous selection of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot grapes, vinified to enhance the natural vibrancy of the fruit. The process continues with targeted maturation in barrels, using a proportion of new oak. This stage enriches the organoleptic profile with elegant cedar notes and subtle vanilla hints, while preserving the expressiveness of the grapes. The entire process gives the wine a solid structure and excellent ageing potential over time.
History and Curiosities
The Château Potensac 2021, a prestigious label from Domaines Delon, embodies the most authentic essence of Médoc tradition. The result of a skilful selection of Merlot, Cabernet and Petit Verdot grapes, this noble red matures in barrique, developing remarkable structural depth. Acclaimed by international critics, as evidenced by the 93 points awarded by James Suckling, the wine promises an extraordinary ageing potential of up to fifteen years, celebrating the unmistakable mastery of the Delon family, already renowned for the excellence of Léoville Las Cases.
Awards
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2021
93/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
89/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2021
88/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Hectares: 84
| Name | Domaines Delon Chateau Potensac Medoc 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Medoc AOC |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 47% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Vendor | Chateau Potensac |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Château Potensac 2021, a prestigious label from Domaines Delon, embodies the most authentic essence of Médoc tradition. The result of a skilful selection of Merlot, Cabernet and Petit Verdot grapes, this noble red matures in barrique, developing remarkable structural depth. Acclaimed by international critics, as evidenced by the 93 points awarded by James Suckling, the wine promises an extraordinary ageing potential of up to fifteen years, celebrating the unmistakable mastery of the Delon family, already renowned for the excellence of Léoville Las Cases. |
| Origin | Médoc (France) |
| Yield per hectare | 37 hl/ha |
| Production technique | Ageing in barrique, 20% in new barrels |
| Wine making | Ageing in barriques, 20% in new barrels |
| Aging | Aged in barriques, 20% in new barrels |
| Total acidity | 3.61 gr/L |
| PH | 3.7 |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |