Vintage 2010 is exceptionnal with a powerful wine, imposing but elegant tanins. Cabernet Sauvignon shows its power and its softness in this blend.
The vinification is first in stainless-steel tanks and then in oak barrels (228L and 400L with 1/3 of new oak) for 24 months.
Age potential : 20 years.
Food pairing : strong read meat, burgundy beef, duck breast, wild boar stew.
Hand harvest with sorting.
Vine age : about 45 years old.
Vineyard area : 53 hectares among which 15 hectares selected for the blend of Château Vignelaure Red 2010.
Soil type : Limestone and clay mixed with gravel.
Yield : global yield : 32Hl/Ha. Average yield for the parcels selected for the production of Château Red 2010: 26 Hl/Ha.