2018 Château Calon Ségur Le Marquis de Calon Ségur

The estate's Second Wine offers a different interpretation of the Calon terroir. With an average of 75% Merlot in the blends, Le Marquis de Calon Ségur completely distinguishes itself from the First Wine. “It benefits from a real personal expression,” underlines Vincent Millet. “The plots were separated from the start.” Le Marquis de Calon Ségur provides immediate pleasure, warmth and a velvety texture. It is generally carefully aged for 17 months in oak barrels, a third of which are new. Wonderfully easy to drink, silky smooth and expressive, the charm comes to the fore, while at the same time bringing the elegance of the Grand Vin to our minds.

The soil consists of a thick layer of gravel, deposited during the Quaternary period. Mainly clay subsoil from the Tertiary. On top of the gravel deposits there is also a fine layer of clay of lacustrine origin. The area consists of 55 ha (136 acres), of which 45 ha is planted. The average age of the vines is 20 years. A first selection of grapes on the vine. Mechanical sorting of the grapes by means of vibration, followed by manual sorting. Temperature-controlled tronconical stainless steel tanks.

The Le Marquis de Calon-Ségur 2018 is a blend of 53% Merlot and 47% Cabernet Sauvignon (14.9% alcohol). The wine will mature for 17 months in barriques, 30% of which are new. Deep purple-black in color, with lush scents of Indian spices, menthol and plum preserves with a core of crème de cassis, baked cherry and raspberry tart plus a hint of sandalwood. Big, rich, full and lusciously fruity on the palate, with bags of black fruit preserves and exotic herbs with a firm, soft frame and a long finish with a minty touch.

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