Chateau Cantemerle Haut Medoc 5eme

It would be difficult to find a more classically Médoc wine than this great Cantemerle, with its sustained power and refined elegance. A very deep colour and subtle aromas underscore its youth. Once in the mouth, this rich and full-bodied wine releases notes of coffee, olives and liquorice which are emphasized by an opulent and harmonious length.

A fine wine which marries fullness and delicacy, while avoiding heaviness and excessive oak. It’s the perfect expression of a balanced Bordeaux which gives voice to a great terroir. This wine has a promising future, and already offers great satisfaction with all meat and poultry, as well as alpine cheeses

Chateau Cantemerle has a history that dates back to the 12^th century, with viticulture occurring there since the 14^th century. It was classified as a fifth growth in the 1855 Bordeaux classifications and has been known for exceptional quality wines. Having survived a disastrous set back due to Phylloxera and mildew, Cantemerle have gone on to secure the needed investment to reestablish themselves and expand their vineyards in the 1980`s. Today the Chateau owns 190 hectares (470 acres) of land and 90 (222 acres) of those are planted with vines. Of these, 87 (215 acres) are under production. The grape varieties cultivated are mainly 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, with additional 5% of Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot. On average, the vines are 30 years old.