Chateau Peyrabon 2010

A structured and aromatic red wine from the Haut-Médoc appellation

The estate

Located in the Haut-Médoc appellation, on the doorstep of Pauillac, Château Peyrabon is nestled in a lush green setting. Owned by Patrick Bernard since 1998, Château Peyrabon has undergone significant restructuring and modernization, both in the vineyard and the cellar. This fine Haut-Médoc reference produces wines that are representative of the appellation, elegant and powerful, with superb aging potential.

The vineyard

In the commune of Saint-Sauveur Médoc, the Château Peyrabon vineyard spans approximately 37 hectares of vines aged 21 years on average, planted on sandy gravel resting on a clay subsoil. Clay-limestone soils are found on 5 hectares of the vineyard. The vineyard is ISO14001-2015 and HVE (High Environmental Value) certified, with phytosanitary protection carried out using sustainable pest management.

Winemaking and aging

Following the harvest, systematic sorting precedes plot-by-plot vinification in concrete and temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Fermentation is carried out at temperatures of 25-26°C. Adapted pump-overs, punch-downs, and rack and return are performed to refine extraction.
Press wines are separated into barrels, then selected based on their quality during tasting.
Carried out partly in barrels, malolactic fermentation is followed by traditional aging in barrels for 14 months (22% new wood).

Blend

This Château Peyrabon 2010 is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot (30%), Cabernet Franc (6.4%) and Petit Verdot (3.6%).

Tasting
Appearance
The wine is purple in color, adorned with dark ruby highlights.
Nose
With beautiful aromatic intensity, the nose blends notes of black fruit (blueberry, fresh blackcurrant, licorice) with a delicate touch of vanilla.
Palate
Smooth, the palate seduces with its concentrated tannins with a fine and elegant grain.
Persistent, the finish is mouth-watering and of good length.