2022 Château Le Crock

When it comes to value for money in Bordeaux, you quickly end up at Château Le Crock. This winery from Saint-Estèphe knows how to deliver such high quality every year that the winery is not only known for its excellent wines, but also for its insane price/quality. It is not without reason that Château Le Crock is one of the very select wineries that managed to obtain the highest Cru Bourgeois 'Exceptionnel' status two years ago. Château Le Crock is owned by the Cuvelier family, who also own Château Léoville Poyferré and is made with the same dedication.

The terroir is of high quality and is located between the big names such as Ch. Cos d'Estournel, Ch. Montrose and Ch. Haut Marbuzet. Château Le Crock has 32 hectares of vineyards on an exceptional terroir consisting of gravel, surface sand and clay. The advantages of these characteristics are the ability to retain heat, and to provide a natural water reserve. The vineyard is spread over three different settlement areas and enjoys an exceptional richness and aromatic diversity. The proximity of the Gironde acts as a thermal regulator, avoiding excessively high temperatures.

The Chateau Le Crock is a blend of mainly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, supplemented with Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. In the glass, the Le Crock has a deep garnet-purple colour and lively, open aromas of crushed blackcurrants, redcurrant jelly and beaten blackcurrants with hints of mossy bark and pencil lead. The medium-bodied flavour delivers a good amount of crisp black fruit with a slightly chewy texture and a refreshing finish. From the start, the fruit is ripe and soft, the tannins are extremely fine for a St Estèphe. What a pleasure to taste this. The Cabernets Sauvignons reach an absolute high point here in ripeness, energy and subtlety! The finish is also extremely long and lasting. No wonder this cru was given the title "Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel"!

92-94 Leve / 92-93 Suckling / 92 Anson / 92 Decanter / 90-92 Wine Advocate

FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address. You can read the full wine reviews of Parker, Suckling, Vinous and Wine Spectator via the links next to the image. A free service for our customers.

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WINE-FOOD SUGGESTIONS:

• Roasted chicken with Provencal herbs
  The firm structure of the wine goes well with the juicy meat and the spicy notes of rosemary and thyme.

• Meatballs in tomato sauce with basil
  The juicy and spicy style of the dish pairs beautifully with the dark fruit and firm tannins of the wine.

• Baked eggplant with Parmesan cheese
  The soft, roasted texture of the eggplant and the savory character of the cheese enhance the earthy and spicy notes of the wine.

• Pasta with mushrooms, garlic and truffle oil
  The earthy components in the dish perfectly match the complexity and depth of this Bordeaux.

• Leg of lamb with rosemary, garlic and red wine jus
  The structure of the lamb and the spicy sauce find a powerful counterpart in the rich tannins and ripe fruit of Château Le Crock.

• Game stew with parsnip puree and roasted carrot
  The deep flavours of game and earthy vegetables match the concentration and balance of the wine, which combines power and elegance.