Château La Bonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC
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Château La Bonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC 75 cl
Château La Bonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC is a Bordeaux red wine made from 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc. The 2020 vintage combines ripe fruit, fine spice and a balanced tannic structure with 18 months of ageing in French oak barriques. In the glass, it displays a clear purple-red colour. The nose is rich and delicate, with a fine fruit bouquet complemented by notes of plum, blackcurrant, spice and subtle hints of chocolate and hazelnut. On the palate, it is powerful, balanced and refined, with pleasant tannins and a beautiful, long-lasting finish.
Producer: Château La Bonnelle, Saint-Pey-d'Armens
Château La Bonnelle is located in Saint-Pey-d'Armens in the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation. Built in the 19th century, the château is surrounded by 13 hectares of vineyards. The vineyards are planted mainly with Merlot, complemented by Cabernet Franc, and some of the vines are more than 40 years old. The soils are characterised by clay, gravel and iron-rich sandy components. Hand harvesting, careful sorting and ageing in French oak barriques are integral to the estate’s approach. Oenologist Olivier Sulzer also shapes the style of the wine: fruit-driven, structured and balanced, with fine tannins and good length.
Château La Bonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC 2022 in Detail
Aromas & Character
Colour: Clear purple red.
Aroma: Rich, delicate and well-balanced, with a fine bouquet of fruit, complemented by notes of plum, blackcurrant, spice, chocolate and hazelnut.
Character: Powerful, refined and balanced. Fine, pleasant tannins lead to a beautiful, long-lasting finish.
Food Pairing & Occasions
Pairs well with: Wild boar stew, grilled dishes, soft and hard cheeses.
Ideal for: Rich meat dishes, braised dishes, grilled foods, game and cheese boards with soft and hard cheeses.
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FAQ
What stylistically defines Château La Bonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC?
Château La Bonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC is a powerful, delicate and balanced Bordeaux red wine with ripe fruit, fine spice, pleasant tannins and a long-lasting finish.
What roles do Merlot and Cabernet Franc play in Château La Bonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC?
Merlot contributes richness, fruit and roundness. Cabernet Franc adds structure, freshness and spice. The blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc therefore creates a balanced combination of fruit, tannin and length.
How is Château La Bonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC vinified?
The wine is aged in French oak barriques for 18 months. This ageing supports structure, spice, tannic finesse and the development of a long finish.
What does Saint-Émilion Grand Cru mean for this wine?
Saint-Émilion Grand Cru denotes an origin on Bordeaux’s Right Bank, where Merlot plays a central role. At Château La Bonnelle, this origin is expressed through fruit, structure, fine tannins and good ageing potential.
What is the ideal serving temperature for Château La Bonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC?
The ideal serving temperature is 16-18°C. After some aeration, the fruit, spice and tannic structure show particularly harmonious balance.
How is Château La Bonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC 2022 drinking now?
The 2022 vintage is currently in a beautiful, increasingly harmonious drinking phase. The fruit is expressive, the tannins are becoming more integrated, and within the stated ageing potential of 12-15 years the wine still has good potential for further development.
What does Château La Bonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC pair best with?
It pairs very well with wild boar stew, grilled dishes, soft cheese and hard cheese. It is also an excellent companion to braised dishes, game and rich meat dishes.
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Château La Bonnelle Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC is aimed at lovers of classic Right Bank Bordeaux wines. The blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc combines ripe fruit, fine spice, pleasant tannins and good length, making it an excellent match for game, grilled dishes, braised dishes and cheese.
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