2017 Château La Clotte Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
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| Type of Wine | Red |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | |
| Appellation | Saint-Emillion |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Grape | , , |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (13.5%) |
| Drink window | 2022 - 2036 |
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A blend of 85% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc, the 2017 La Clotte shows a medium to deep garnet purple color. The wine emerges powerfully with bold aromas of cassis, plum preserves and cherry liqueur, complemented by nuances of mocha, cardamom and tar, with a hint of anise seed. Medium-bodied, the palate delivers plenty of invigorating, energetic fruit with very well managed, luscious tannins and a lovely, long spicy finish.
Château La Clotte Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
Location : Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France
History and Background
Château La Clotte is a prestigious winery located in the famous Saint-Émilion wine region in Bordeaux. The winery has a long history dating back to the 19th century. Château La Clotte is known for its exceptional terroir and the production of high quality wines. In 2014, ownership was taken over by the Vauthier family, who also own the famous Château Ausone.
Vineyard and Terroir
- Vineyard Size : The vineyards of Château La Clotte cover approximately 4 hectares.
- Soil : The vineyards are located on limestone terraces with clay and limestone soils, which is ideal for growing Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.
- Grape varieties : The vineyard is planted with mainly Merlot, supplemented with smaller amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.
Winemaking
- Harvest : The grapes are harvested by hand to ensure that only the best fruits are selected.
- Vinification : The winemaking takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This process ensures precise control over fermentation and preserves the purity of the fruit.
- Maturation : After fermentation, the wine matures for 12 to 18 months in French oak barrels, some of which are new. This gives the wine complexity and structure.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | Red |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Appellation | Saint-Emillion |
| Winery | Chateau La Clotte |
| Grape | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Drinking as of | 2022 |
| Drinking till | 2036 |
| Alcohol % | 13.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 91 |
| James Suckling rating | 94 |
| Vinous rating | 93 |
Professional Reviews
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 91
Reviewed by:
Lisa Perrotti-Brown
Release Price:
NA
Drink Date:
2020 - 2037
A blend of 85% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc, the 2017 La Clotte displays a medium to deep garnet-purple color. It charges out of the gate with bold cassis, plum preserves and kirsch scents plus nuances of mocha, cardamom and tar with a waft of aniseed. Medium-bodied, the palate delivers plenty of invigorating, energetic fruit with very well-managed, plush tannins and a nice, long spicy finish.
Published: Mar 16, 2020
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James Suckling
CHÂTEAU LA CLOTTE ST.-EMILION 2017
Thursday, April 5, 2018
CountryFrance
RegionBordeaux
Vintage2017
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Score
93-94
This is very pure and beautiful for the vintage with dark-berry and currant aromas. Violets, too. Medium to full body, ultra-fine tannins and a clean finish. From the owners of Ausone.
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Vinous
92
Drinking Window
2022 - 2032
From: 2017 Bordeaux – Mirror, Mirror on The Wall… (Mar 2020)
The 2017 La Clotte shows terrific energy, just as it did from barrel, in the mid-weight style of the year. Red cherry, red plum, flowers, blood orange, mint and bright saline notes give the 2017 lovely tension to match its mid-weight personality. This is such a pretty and expressive Saint-Émilion, not to mention one of the under-the-radar gems of the year. It is a very pretty, supple and sensual Merlot-based wine.
- By Antonio Galloni on December 2019
93
Drinking Window
2021 - 2036
From: Vintage Seeks Home: Bordeaux 2017 In Bottle (Jan 2020)
The 2017 La Clotte was one of the Vauthier’s most impressive wines from barrel and now that it is bottled, I find no reason to change that view. It delivers gorgeous black cherry and raspberry coulis aromas, intermingling with sous-bois and crushed iris. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, fresh and vibrant, very well proportioned with a veins of _mineralité _ on the finish that might be a distant cousin of a very fine Loire. This is simply a superb Saint-Émilion that is rapidly making a name for itself.
- By Neal Martin on September 2019
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With just 4 hectares, this property has a very long history that takes us back to the 16th century and the illustrious de Grailly family. La Clotte is also marked by its geography, that of a building leaning against the side of a cliff and concealing deep labyrinths. This feature gave it its name, La Clotte, meaning a small troglodyte habitat in Gascon patois. From the outside, this Château is distinguished by its neo-Gothic turret and its two lime trees, standing proudly in front of the house.
HAUTE-COUTURE WINE
Located behind the southern ramparts of the village of Saint-Émilion, this very old vineyard is formed of a patchwork of compact terraces resting on limestone plateaux and a clay-limestone slope. With a planting density of 6000 vines per hectare, the fifty-year-old vines enjoy southern exposure and are sheltered from the prevailing winds. Since it was bought in 2014, significant investment has been made in the cellar and vineyard. Based on plot selection, the wine of La Clotte is the result of manual harvesting, meticulous sorting of the harvest, gravity-flow grape reception, manual punching down and then submerged-cap maceration in stainless-steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation in oak is followed by around 18 months’ ageing in new barrels. The blend contains a large majority of Merlot, around 85%, complemented by Cabernet Franc.
Beyond the vintage effect, it is a rare wine due to the size of the vineyard and haute couture through its ability to combine elegant tannins with the voluptuous character that is so typical of Saint-Émilion. La Clotte produces wines with long ageing potential.
A blend of 85% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc, the 2017 La Clotte shows a medium to deep garnet purple color. The wine emerges powerfully with bold aromas of cassis, plum preserves and cherry liqueur, complemented by nuances of mocha, cardamom and tar, with a hint of anise seed. Medium-bodied, the palate delivers plenty of invigorating, energetic fruit with very well managed, luscious tannins and a lovely, long spicy finish.
Château La Clotte Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
Location : Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France
History and Background
Château La Clotte is a prestigious winery located in the famous Saint-Émilion wine region in Bordeaux. The winery has a long history dating back to the 19th century. Château La Clotte is known for its exceptional terroir and the production of high quality wines. In 2014, ownership was taken over by the Vauthier family, who also own the famous Château Ausone.
Vineyard and Terroir
- Vineyard Size : The vineyards of Château La Clotte cover approximately 4 hectares.
- Soil : The vineyards are located on limestone terraces with clay and limestone soils, which is ideal for growing Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.
- Grape varieties : The vineyard is planted with mainly Merlot, supplemented with smaller amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.
Winemaking
- Harvest : The grapes are harvested by hand to ensure that only the best fruits are selected.
- Vinification : The winemaking takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This process ensures precise control over fermentation and preserves the purity of the fruit.
- Maturation : After fermentation, the wine matures for 12 to 18 months in French oak barrels, some of which are new. This gives the wine complexity and structure.
| Type of Wine | Red |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Appellation | Saint-Emillion |
| Winery | Chateau La Clotte |
| Grape | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Drinking as of | 2022 |
| Drinking till | 2036 |
| Alcohol % | 13.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 91 |
| James Suckling rating | 94 |
| Vinous rating | 93 |
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 91
Reviewed by:
Lisa Perrotti-Brown
Release Price:
NA
Drink Date:
2020 - 2037
A blend of 85% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc, the 2017 La Clotte displays a medium to deep garnet-purple color. It charges out of the gate with bold cassis, plum preserves and kirsch scents plus nuances of mocha, cardamom and tar with a waft of aniseed. Medium-bodied, the palate delivers plenty of invigorating, energetic fruit with very well-managed, plush tannins and a nice, long spicy finish.
Published: Mar 16, 2020
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
James Suckling
CHÂTEAU LA CLOTTE ST.-EMILION 2017
Thursday, April 5, 2018
CountryFrance
RegionBordeaux
Vintage2017
CHECK PRICE
DOWNLOAD SHELFTALKER
Score
93-94
This is very pure and beautiful for the vintage with dark-berry and currant aromas. Violets, too. Medium to full body, ultra-fine tannins and a clean finish. From the owners of Ausone.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
Vinous
92
Drinking Window
2022 - 2032
From: 2017 Bordeaux – Mirror, Mirror on The Wall… (Mar 2020)
The 2017 La Clotte shows terrific energy, just as it did from barrel, in the mid-weight style of the year. Red cherry, red plum, flowers, blood orange, mint and bright saline notes give the 2017 lovely tension to match its mid-weight personality. This is such a pretty and expressive Saint-Émilion, not to mention one of the under-the-radar gems of the year. It is a very pretty, supple and sensual Merlot-based wine.
- By Antonio Galloni on December 2019
93
Drinking Window
2021 - 2036
From: Vintage Seeks Home: Bordeaux 2017 In Bottle (Jan 2020)
The 2017 La Clotte was one of the Vauthier’s most impressive wines from barrel and now that it is bottled, I find no reason to change that view. It delivers gorgeous black cherry and raspberry coulis aromas, intermingling with sous-bois and crushed iris. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, fresh and vibrant, very well proportioned with a veins of _mineralité _ on the finish that might be a distant cousin of a very fine Loire. This is simply a superb Saint-Émilion that is rapidly making a name for itself.
- By Neal Martin on September 2019
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With just 4 hectares, this property has a very long history that takes us back to the 16th century and the illustrious de Grailly family. La Clotte is also marked by its geography, that of a building leaning against the side of a cliff and concealing deep labyrinths. This feature gave it its name, La Clotte, meaning a small troglodyte habitat in Gascon patois. From the outside, this Château is distinguished by its neo-Gothic turret and its two lime trees, standing proudly in front of the house.
HAUTE-COUTURE WINE
Located behind the southern ramparts of the village of Saint-Émilion, this very old vineyard is formed of a patchwork of compact terraces resting on limestone plateaux and a clay-limestone slope. With a planting density of 6000 vines per hectare, the fifty-year-old vines enjoy southern exposure and are sheltered from the prevailing winds. Since it was bought in 2014, significant investment has been made in the cellar and vineyard. Based on plot selection, the wine of La Clotte is the result of manual harvesting, meticulous sorting of the harvest, gravity-flow grape reception, manual punching down and then submerged-cap maceration in stainless-steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation in oak is followed by around 18 months’ ageing in new barrels. The blend contains a large majority of Merlot, around 85%, complemented by Cabernet Franc.
Beyond the vintage effect, it is a rare wine due to the size of the vineyard and haute couture through its ability to combine elegant tannins with the voluptuous character that is so typical of Saint-Émilion. La Clotte produces wines with long ageing potential.