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91
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Château Puy Guilhem 2015
AOC Canon Fronsac
Founded in 1780, Château Puy Guilhem graces the sun-soaked valleys of Fronsac on Bordeaux's right bank, a true treasure in this acclaimed region. From 2016, to maximize its land's potential, the vineyard enlisted the expertise of renowned agronomist Claude Bourguignon and collaborated with legendary winemaker Stéphane Derenoncourt. This partnership has led to the creation of consistently exceptional and highly revered wines.
Appellation:
Canon Fronsac
Average age of the vines:
45 Years
Blend:
90% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 4% Malbec
Soil:
Silty-clay
Aging:
16 months in French oak barrels
Alcohol content:
14.5 % vol.
Production:
8,300 bottles
Winemaker:
Thomas Dupin
Consultant:
Stéphane Derenoncourt
Tasting Notes:
“Lovely red-berry and blackberry nose with a delicate spiciness that’s very attractive. Ripe, quite concentrated and silky, this is a very seductive wine to drink right now, but beneath the waterline.”
91/100pts
James Suckling
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