2016 Château Linot Saint-Estèphe Bordeaux Rouge
The gorgeous 2016 Chateau Linot Saint-Estephe is a Cab-heavy, Left Bank red that comes from a TINY .4 hectare vineyard that used to be part of the famous “super second” Cos d’Estournel.
This estate is the SMALLEST IN THE LEFT BANK region of Bordeaux! This parcel is literally sandwiched between Cos d’Estournel and Cos Labory on the famous Cos plateau.
70% Cabernet and 30% Merlot with most of the vines now older than 40 years. Only 4,000 bottles produced. Organic farming practices.
$42.00
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Upon the death of his grandfather in 2009, Yohan Juste took over his micro-property in Saint-Estèphe. The property was rich in old vines and diverse grape varieties. Continuing the work of his grandfather, he named the estate to honor the days he came as a child to observe the linnets (small songbirds of the finch family from the north of Médoc.) Carpentry being his first trade, he transformed the old stable into a thermo-regulated cellar and began making his high-quality Saint-Estèphe. He produced barely two barrels a year until 2014 when he enlarged the vineyard with 50 neighboring acres, rented from his uncle. Château Linot is a family business with organic farming in its sights.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Known inherently as the best red grape variety in the world, Cabernet Sauvignon is the epitome of a perfect international traveller. Boasting strong black fruit flavors, It can give distinct characteristics varying by the region and soil it comes from. These bold, concentrated, and age-worthy wines can lay down roots and thrive all around the world.
Cabernet Sauvignon is a natural cross between Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc originating from Bordeaux, France. The rich flavor and high tannin make a perfect pair to flavorsome red meats or simply elegant on their own.
Region
The largest region within France, Bordeaux has made quite the name for itself with its prestigious producers and fine wines. Bordeaux, having a moderate maritime climate, sees much influence from the nearby gulf stream including warming effects, rainfall and humidity which is why you’ll find a number of their vineyards closer to the ocean with a high gravel soil content. You may hear the term “Bordeaux Blend” thrown around or used in other countries pertaining to their wines that are made from multiple “Bordeaux” grape varietals and blended together. When this term is used it means the winemaker has included these 5 main grape varietals that are traditional to the Bordeaux region: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec. Customary white grape varieties from Bordeaux are Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and Muscadelle. In the famous regions of Sauternes and Barsac you’ll find these classic white grapes used to make top quality sweet wine.
Bordeaux has many distinguished appellations within the large region often characterized by “left bank” or “right bank.” The Dordogne and Garonne rivers form the Gironde Estuary that divides the Bordeaux vineyards into these separate “banks.” Falling on the left bank are the principal districts of Médoc/Haut-Médoc, Graves and Sauternes. Within each of these districts lies smaller appellations home to some of the most famous Château houses around the world. On the opposite side, Saint-Émilion and Pomerol make up the right bank where a vast majority of the Merlot grape is grown.
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