Second de Camensac Haut-Médoc AOC (Château Camensac GCC 2 wine)

Located in the heart of the Haut-Médoc appellation, on the edge of the Saint-Julien appellation, the Château de Camensac covers 75 hectares. Purchased in 2005 by the Merlaut family, he benefits from the experience and know-how of the Château Chasse Spleen team, it regains its glory of 1855, when it was ranked 5th Grand Cru in the Bordeaux classification and its wines renew with the traditional quality of the castle.

The concept of a second wine became widespread in the 1970s.
Acquiring a château’s second wine is a way of bringing some of the magic of a great growth into your cellar at an affordable price, with the possibility of enjoying it at a younger age.
Benefiting from the same care of the first wine, Second de Camensac is blended from carefully selected batches, specifically for the second wine, in accordance with its identity. Soft tannins, ripe fruit, elegance, and always excellent value.

For more info, visit Château de Camensac website.

VARIETALS
87% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon

VINTAGE
2014 – Download Tasting Note

2015 – Download Tasting Note

Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13%

APPEARANCE
A beautiful, deep, and brilliant red with garnet highlights.

NOSE
Expressive and aromatic, combining black fruits and ripe cherry with prominent secondary notes of cedar, vanilla, and spice. Detectable subtle hints of tobacco and earthy undertones as well.

PALATE
It offers a suave attack with ample volume and a medium-to-full body. The texture is defined by smooth, supple tannins and balanced acidity, featuring flavors of cassis, black cherry, layers of leather or chocolate.

AGEING
12 months in oak barrels.

PAIRING
It pairs best with grilled red meats, earthy vegetables, and classic French-inspired dishes that complement its cedar and dark fruit notes.

RATINGS