Prelude a Grand-Puy Ducasse Pauillac AOC (Château Grand-Puy Ducasse 2nd wine)

Three large plots in the best parts of Pauillac form the vineyard of this classified growth, an unusual configuration and a direct inheritance from the estate’s founder, Pierre Ducasse, an eminent lawyer. In the 18th century he gave a single name to a fine vineyard holding, which was put together through inheritance and purchases. When he died in 1797, his son, Pierre, inherited a 60-hectare exploitation, named Ducasse-Grand-Puy-Artigues-Arnaud, of which two third were planted with vines. The estate was classified in 1855, under the name of Artigues Arnaud.

The second wine, Prélude à Grand-Puy Ducasse, was created in 1955, on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the estate’s classification.

For more info, visit Château Grand-Puy Ducasse website.

VARIETALS
70% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon

VINTAGE
2017

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Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13%

APPEARANCE
Intense garnet color.

NOSE
Enticing aromas of black cherry, redcurrant, and dark chocolate, with subtle hints of cedar and tobacco.

PALATE
Medium-bodied and supple. It features silky tannins and layers of sour cherry, spice, and a fresh, balsamic finish.

AGEING
Aging 14 months in French oak barrels, 15% new.

PAIRING
Look for dishes that match its medium body and classic Pauillac savory notes, such as roasted chicken with herbs, grilled lamb chops, pork tenderloin or classic burgers.

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