Chateau Cantelaudette Bordeaux Rose 2016

Geographic Location: Between Bordeaux and Libourne, the vines lie on the plateau overlooking the Dordogne. The river and nearby ocean contribute to the mild climate.

Grape Variety: 100% Merlot

Soil: Silt and Clay-sand

Growing Methods: Rigorous canopy management, sustainable agriculture, respect of the fruit and environment.Thinning of shoots to prevent overcrowding of vegetation, removal of late ripening bunches at the start of veraison ( when the grapes change color)

Tasting notes: Pale pink color this wine offers an aromatic palette with scents of dried apricot, nectarines and redcurrants. The Merlot brings roundness, while the direct pressing and low temperature vinification brings freshness and vivacity, overall there is a very pleasant well-balanced fruitiness.

Pairing: it can adapt to any occasion from tapas style aperitifs and charcuterie to summer salads, barbeques, exotic dished and then continue to be enjoyed late into the night.

Serve: 10 to 13c

Chateau Cantelaudette Graves de Vayres Blanc 2016

Geographic Location: Between Bordeaux and Libourne, the vines lie on the plateau overlooking the Dordogne. The river and nearby ocean contribute to the mild climate.

Grape Variety: 90% Semillon and 10% Sauvignon

Soil: Silt and Clay-sand

Growing Methods: Rigorous canopy management, sustainable agriculture, respect of the fruit and environment.Thinning of shoots to prevent overcrowding of vegetation, removal of late ripening bunches at the start of veraison ( when the grapes change color)

Aging: Five weeks on the lees then bottled

Tasting notes: Bright light yellow color, this wine has a very harmonious nose. Initially there are exotic and citrus aromas, with floral notes. On the palate the wine is soft, pleasant and well balanced. From the start it is dominated by a rounded, fruity style. This wine is ready to drink now and will improve for at least another two years, during which the aromatic palette will broaden with the citrus notes typical of Semillon.

Pairing: Fish (sea bass,pike,whitebait) and white meat.

Serve; 12-13c

Chateau Cantelaudette Graves de Vayres Red 2015     

Geographic Location: Between Bordeaux and Libourne, the vines lie on the plateau overlooking the Dordogne. The river and nearby ocean contribute to the mild climate.

Grape Variety: 100% Merlot

Soil: Silt and Clay-sand

Growing Methods: Rigorous canopy management, sustainable agriculture, respect of the fruit and environment.Thinning of shoots to prevent overcrowding of vegetation, removal of late ripening bunches at the start of veraison ( when the grapes change color)

Aging: Aged in Vats for 12 months

Tasting notes: Bright cherry in color. The nose has good intensity with aromas of roasted meat, developing notes of red fruit and spices on aeration. The fresh, lively palate is characterized by fresh fruit, predominantly strawberries. Very soft tannins contribute to an expression of classic Bordeaux style with the emphasis on balance and aromatic finesse.

Pairing: piperade, tortillas, red meat (lamb, mutton, beef) and white meat (poultry, game) a selection of cheeses (cantal, goats, sheep and cows milk cheeses)

Serve: 15 to 17c

Chateau Cantelaudette Cuvee Prestige 2014

Geographic Location: Between Bordeaux and Libourne, the vines lie on the plateau overlooking the Dordogne. The river and nearby ocean contribute to the mild climate.

Grape Variety: 100% Merlot

Soil: Silt and Clay-sand

Growing Methods: Rigorous canopy management, sustainable agriculture, respect of the fruit and environment.Thinning of shoots to prevent overcrowding of vegetation, removal of late ripening bunches at the start of veraison ( when the grapes change color)

Tasting Notes: Powerful aromatic intensity with notes of mocha, nougat and fig jam giving strong impressions of sweetness, lots of body and a velvety texture. Ripe plump tannins lingers on the palate with aromas of black fruit and creme brulee, a very appealing warm expressive wine. Open an hour before drinking

Pairing: Appetizers, charcuterie, red meat, grilled dishes, game, cheeses and chocolate or red fruit desserts.

A Chateau D'Arveyres Bordeaux Superior 2014

Geographic Location: Between Bordeaux and Libourne, the vines lie on the plateau overlooking the Dordogne. The river and nearby ocean contribute to the mild climate.

Grape Variety: 100% Merlot

Soil: Silt and Clay-sand

Growing Methods: Rigorous canopy management, sustainable agriculture, respect of the fruit and environment.Thinning of shoots to prevent overcrowding of vegetation, removal of late ripening bunches at the start of veraison ( when the grapes change color)

Aging: Partially in barrels and partially in vats

Tasting notes: Powerful aromatic intensity with notes of mocha, nougat and fig jam giving a strong impression of sweetness, lots of body and a velvety texture. Ripe plump tannins, lingers on the palate with aromas of black fruit and creme brulee a very appealing warm expressive wine. open an hour before drinking

Pairing:Appetizers, charcuterie, red meat, grilled dishes, game, cheeses and chocolate or red fruit desserts.

 Chateau Cantelaudette Cuvee Prestige Blanc 2015

Geographic Location: Between Bordeaux and Libourne, the vines lie on the plateau overlooking the Dordogne. The river and nearby ocean contribute to the mild climate.

Grape Variety: 100% Semillon

Soil: Silt and Clay-sand

Growing Methods: Rigorous canopy management, sustainable agriculture, respect of the fruit and environment.Thinning of shoots to prevent overcrowding of vegetation, removal of late ripening bunches at the start of veraison ( when the grapes change color)

Aging; Oak barrels

Tasting Notes:  Good aromatic intensity with plenty of complexity. An initial nose of hazelnuts and toasted almonds, then after aeration, aromas of honey and candied citron. The palate is then surprisingly enveloping with an impression of sweetness on the attack and good volume in the mid-palate. There is noticeable minerality which contributes to the intensity of the aromatic length. The woody notes are subtle and emerge on the finish with a hint of toast. An elegant wine with fine capacity to age.

Pairing: A good all-rounder, it can be enjoyed as an aperitif with olives stuffed with anchovies,, or Parmesan cheese puffs and during the meal with shellfish, fish and white meat, summer salads, Asian dishes and some goats cheese to finish.

Serve at: 8 to 12c