Bordeaux
Château Ormes de Pez - Saint-Estèphe - Red - 2019
Characteristics
Country / Region: Bordeaux
Vintage: 2019
Name: AOP Saint-Estèphe
Grape variety: 50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc & 3% Petit Verdot.
Alcohol: 14 vol.
Color: Red
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Estate rated 1 star in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2023 (RVF)
Estate rated 3 stars in the Guide de Bettane et Desseauve 2023
RVF Guide 2023: 93/100
Wine:
The 2019 Red Château Ormes de Pez Saint-Estèphe showcases an opulent, full-bodied, and powerful style. With a focus on ripe black fruits, it is beautifully rounded, featuring supple tannins that soften the finish. A dependable choice, it is ready to enjoy now or can be cellared for another five years. Rated 93/100 by RVF.Vinification:
Hand harvested and selectively sorted in the vineyard. Traditional vinification. Aged for 16 months in French oak barrels, 45% of which are new.Color:
Intense red with purplish highlights.Nose:
Richly layered with ripe, aromatic notes of black and red fruits.Palate:
Fresh, elegant, and aromatic, with a tannic structure that seamlessly integrates into the wine’s balance, leading to a long, persistent finish.
Temperature:
Serve between 14 and 16°C.Food and wine pairing:
Lamb shoulder confit with prunes, grilled side of beef, thyme-roasted squab.Cellar aging:
From now until 2038Managed with the same meticulous care as a Grand Cru Classé by the team at Château Lynch-Bages, under the ownership of the Cazes family, Château Ormes de Pez is a standout Saint-Estèphe. Situated slightly inland from the Gironde, it offers exceptional value for money, captivating wine lovers with its generous, aromatic bouquet and irresistible charm.