2020

Château Saint Nicolas • 2020 A.O.C Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux VINEYARD Varietals: 60% Merlot 20% Cabernet Franc 20% Cabernet sauvignon Soils: clay and gravels Size of the vineyard: 8 Ha Age of the vine: 25 years Planting density: 5000 /Ha Average Yield: 40 Hl/Ha Harvest: by machine VINIFICATION AND AGEING Vinification: plot selection, without sulfites from harvest to malolactic fermentation, traditional vatting period 30-40 days, flexible pump overs, pigeages Ageing: in stainless steel vats with staves Bottling at the château Production: 40 000 bottles TASTING NOTES An intense crimson red color. A powerful nose revealing intense blackcurrant, vanilla and roasted notes. The attack is frank, structured with velvet tannins. The mouth develops wild fruits, roasted coffee and vanilla aromas. A toasted and smoky finish leads to an expressive and fine length.

Organic certified (AB). Hand-harvested grapes, hand-sorted on a vibrating table. 40% whole-cluster, placed into stainless steel fermentation vats by gravity flow. Weeks-long maceration, minimal pumping-over and punching-down. Pressing in pneumatic press. Placed in French oak barrels for aging on fine lees. With a deep ruby color, our Burgundy Pinot Noir 2020 expresses captivating aromas of black fruits, and floral notes such as peony and violet. The palate is dense and structured, with soft tannins. The finish is fresh and vibrant, with a pleasantly refreshing minty note. Maturation: 16 months in 20% new French oak barrels Production: 3400 bottles Food Pairing: Beef, Veal, Game (deer, venison), Poultry