Château Macquin Saint-Georges-Saint-Émilion

Wines have been made at Château Macquin since 1885, when the first cellar was developed by François-Albert Macquin. François was the first to re-plant vines in the Saint-Émilion region following the phylloxera outbreak in the 19th century.
Château Macquin is located just three kilometres north of Saint- Émilion, in the small village of Saint-Georges, the smallest of all Bordeaux appellations. However, at its peak of 89 metres above sea level, Saint-Georges enjoys one of the best elevations on the right bank, giving the wines freshness and concentration.
The south facing vines are planted on clay and limestone soils and range from 15 to 60 years old. The vines are sustainably farmed, without the use of herbicides, fertilizers, or other harmful chemicals.

VARIETALS
80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc

VINTAGE
2020

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Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 14.5%

APPEARANCE
A youthful dark purple colour.

NOSE
On the nose it has aromas of ripe cherries and graphite.

PALATE
On the palate it is full, with velvety tannins and good acidity.
A generous and full wine.

AGEING
One third of the wine was aged in 25% new French oak for one year, giving the wine a little structure and complexity without being overpowering.
The remaining two thirds rested in stainless steel till blending.

PAIRING
Ideal to be paired with game, stewed meat and red meats.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
Ready now but will improve over time.

RATINGS

3.8

Additional information

Vintage	2020
Grape	Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Producer	Château Macquin
Style	Dry
Types	Red