Connétable Talbot, Saint-Julien (Château Talbot GCC 2nd wine)

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 It’s never withdrawn into itself and has the courtesy of being in a good mood every day.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
54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot

VINTAGE
2017

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Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13.5%

APPEARANCE
Pretty deep ruby red dress.

NOSE
The nose features an alluring creamed loganberry fruit profile, inlaid with subtle graphite and cedar wood accents.

PALATE
The palate is juicy and immediate, with supple tannins and a long, gourmet and savoury finish. A vintage that seduces with its depth and its approachable, solar side.

AGEING
15 months in 15% French new oak barrels.

PAIRING
Perfect with most roasted, braised or grilled meats and dishes with earthy flavors like mushroom and truffles. It can be enjoyed with a myriad of seafood dishes and it will be perfect with several soft and hard cheeses.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
Drink between 2023 and 2027.

RATINGS

92pts

91pts

90pts

4.1

Additional information

Vintage	2017
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Producer	Château Talbot
Style	Dry
Types	Red