Calvet Limited Release Bordeaux Merlot
Rating, 3.1 out of 5 from 8 reviews.75cl £12.67 per litre
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Product Information
I crafted this Merlot in order to maximize the expression of fruit and to give it softness. I gave it a touch of freshness which makes it very easy to drink.
Benjamin Tueux, Calvet winemaker.
Please drink responsibly: The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week
Benjamin Tueux, Calvet winemaker.
Please drink responsibly: The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week
Features
Wine of France, Fruity and fleshy
Country of origin
France
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place and serve between 16-18°C
Preparation and Usage
A wine to be enjoyed with specialities from Bordeaux: lamb from the city of Pauillac (a tradition dating back to the 13th century), or cannelés.
Serve at 16-18 degrees C
Serve at 16-18 degrees C
Package type
Bottle
Recycling information
Pack - Glass
Other Information
Origin:
Product of France
Additional Information:
Green Dot
Product of France
Additional Information:
Green Dot
Allergen Information
Contains Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites
Brand
Calvet
Brand details
Maison Calvet has carried its winemaking know how through the generations for over 200 years, creating a mark of authencity.
Calvet is the reference in French wine in the heart of the regions with a selection of iconic appellations and fine wines with something for every taste and every palate.
A highly original journey that promises the wine-lover new discoveries with every terroir: less well-known appellations, hidden treasures...
Today, Maison Calvet is present in every region of France, offering you the chance to discover the rich diversity of France’s terroirs. An irresistible invitation to set off on a journey to explore France’s vineyards.
Calvet is the reference in French wine in the heart of the regions with a selection of iconic appellations and fine wines with something for every taste and every palate.
A highly original journey that promises the wine-lover new discoveries with every terroir: less well-known appellations, hidden treasures...
Today, Maison Calvet is present in every region of France, offering you the chance to discover the rich diversity of France’s terroirs. An irresistible invitation to set off on a journey to explore France’s vineyards.
Manufacturer
Bottled by:
Calvet,
À F-33720,
Landiras.
Calvet,
À F-33720,
Landiras.
Return to Address
Calvet,
À F-33720,
Landiras.
www.calvet.com
À F-33720,
Landiras.
www.calvet.com
History
Specialist in the wines of Bordeaux since 1818 and selecting the best cuvees from other principal French wine areas. Calvet is a French brand, distributed in more than 100 countries.
Agent
Les Grands Chais de France
Grape variety
100% Merlot
Current vintage
2020
Regional information
Bordeaux
Tasting notes
Colour : A wonderful ruby body with purple highlights.
Nose : An intense bouquet of red fruits (redcurrants, raspberries) and black cherries
Palate : Soft with round, elegant tannins and red fruit and liquorice notes. Very long finish
Nose : An intense bouquet of red fruits (redcurrants, raspberries) and black cherries
Palate : Soft with round, elegant tannins and red fruit and liquorice notes. Very long finish
Alcohol by volume
14
Units
10.1
Producer
LGCF
Serving suggestions
Perfect accompaniment to grilled red meats.
Winemaker
Benjamin Tueux
Vinification details
Batches of grapes selected according to their aromas. Harvested at the peak of aromatic ripeness. Cold settling. Fermentation at between 26-28°C to preserve the fruit aromas. Short and regular “pumping over” operations to extract the tannins, colour and aromas. Maturing on fine lees with lees stirred; bottled young to preserve the freshness of the aromas.
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