Château Talbot Saint-Julien Grand Cru Classé AOC

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 It’s never withdrawn into itself and has the courtesy of being in a good mood every day.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
78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot

VINTAGE
2013

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Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13%

APPEARANCE
Ruby red color with garnet hues.

NOSE
The nose is rich and exciting, with aromas of red fruits, red currants and raspberries blended with blackberries, blackberries and blueberries. It then shifts to spicier notes and hints of vanilla.

PALATE
On the palate, it is very pleasant, mediumbodied, supported by good freshness. The fruit is evident and the tannins are wellintegrated. Good persistence.

AGEING
15 months in 50% French new oak barrels.

PAIRING
A very intense wine to accompany tasty dishes such as meat stews.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
Drink now throughout 2033.

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