Château Talbot Saint-Julien Grand Cru Classé AOC

Legend relates that the name of this imposing estate originates with Connétable Talbot, a famous English warrior, defeated at the battle of Castillon in 1453. Talbot is one of the Medoc’s oldest estates, its glory never tainted. Through the years, it has been fortunate enough to remain in good hands. The owners are Nancy Bignon-Cordier and her family. They are the fourth generation of Cordiers to manage this Saint-Julien fourth Classified Growth.
For many, Talbot embodies the ideal Saint-Julien, a generous bouquet, extremely stable and dependable during aging, a champion of longevity; even young Talbot is pleasant and rounded, always characterized by silky, mild and very civilized tannins. Talbot possesses an expansive character. It’s never withdrawn into itself and has the courtesy of being in a good mood every day.

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VARIETALS
55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot

VINTAGE
2016

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Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13.5%

APPEARANCE
The color is dark and deep.

NOSE
Floral, fruity (blackberry, fig) and balsamic fragrances gradually emerge on the nose.

PALATE
The attack is precise and refreshing.
Refined style, the tannic structure exudes sweet tannins of a beautiful maturity.
The finish is savory, the whole is well balanced.

AGEING
15 months in 50% French new oak barrels.

PAIRING
Talbot is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, also good when served with Asian dishes, hearty seafood or rich fish like tuna, mushrooms and cheese.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
Drink now throughout 2045.

RATINGS

95pts

94pts

93pts

4.3

Additional information

Vintage	2016
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
Producer	Château Talbot
Style	Dry
Types	Red