Chateau St. Nicolas 2010 Cadillac Cotes de Bordeaux

Classification of Wine

AOC Cadillac Cotes de Bordeaux

Varietal:  60% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc 20% Cabernet Sauvignon

Vintage: 2010

Soil:  Sand & limestone, gravel

Vineyard age:  30 years

Yield:  40,000 bottles/ 30ha

ABV:  14%

Located just outside the village of Cardan, this family run estate stands proudly overlooking the Cotes de Bordeaux region.  Ms. Chantal Benito-Larnaudie has been at the helm since 2005, producing reds, dry whites and sweet whites united by a shared sense of finesse.

The vines are planted on clay-limestone slopes, with some prominent patches of deep gravels. And heavy stones.

Tasting Notes:

This  beautiful blend has a full bouquet of dark summer berries. The richness of the Merlot comes thru on the front of the palate providing bursts of  ripe red berries, and light spices.  Mid palate the wine shows the early mature structure as the varietals compliment each other with soft but full mature tannins, more spice, light pepper and soft textures.  The deep ruby red color in the glass  is intense and pleasing.

Pair with rich plates, aged  cheeses, grilled red meats or game ,

roasted vegetables and entrees with sauces.

Serving temperature 17/18C

Packaging Information

Bottle Size: 750 ml

Bottles/Case:  6

Case Size: 12”x10”x7”

Full Weight Case: 17lb