Château Olivier Pessac-Leognan Grand Cru Classé AOC

There are certain places where history says far more than words can express.
With its moats, its last architectural remains of a bygone century, and its mullion windows, the estate is a real medieval castle. Located just 11km from Bordeaux, Château Olivier has seen generations come and go, new ambitions emerge and innovative projects grow and develop, and has plenty of other legends to share with you.

Château Olivier is one of the oldest wine chateaux in the Bordeaux region. The Olivier seigneury dates back to the 12th century, and the origins of this authentic and enchanting château, located just ouside the gates of Bordeaux city, can be traced back to this period. This classified growth is reputed for wines of outstanding quality, in which elegance, balance and finesse, the hallmark characteristics of the greatest Bordeaux wines, come to the fore in every vintage.

Certified sustanaible HVE.

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VARIETALS
52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot

VINTAGE
2020

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Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 14.5%

APPEARANCE
The colour is deep, a dense opaque purple.

NOSE
The intense bouquet is open and fine, with menthol and spiced notes complemented by nicely mature black fruit notes.

PALATE
The attack on the palate is very fleshy and swiftly marked by a remarkable density. The freshness resulting from the natural concentration is underlined by an intense and fine tannic structure, with a slightly softened sensation, but a sober palate that remains somewhat austere. The finish is long and fruity with hints of liquorice.

AGEING
12 months in French oak barrels.

PAIRING
This Pessac-Leognan red will go well with quail with figs, grilled lamb chops or beef tenderloin in foie gras crust.

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