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Château Alcée 2015

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France / Bordeaux / Côtes de Castillon

At the beginning of the 20th century, Nicolas' grandfather, Georges Thienpont, moved from Flanders, Belgium, to Bordeaux, where he first acquired Château Troplong-Mondot in Saint-Émilion, and then, a little later, Vieux Château Certan, a jewel in Pomerol. In July 2011, Nicolas Thienpont purchased Château Alcée in Côtes de Castillon. In January 2014, the vineyard was expanded to 6.5 hectares with neighboring plots in Saint-Philippe-d'Aiguilhe. The vineyards are located on a limestone plateau whose terroir of red clay and limestone soils is similar to that of some of the best vineyards in St. Émilion. The vineyards, planted with vines averaging 40 years old, are cultivated only sustainably and close to nature. With patience and respect for nature, Nicolas Thienpont succeeds in producing a Grand Vin that excellently reflects its terroir.

Wine profile: Château Alcée 2015

Expansion: 16-18 months in 50% new barriques and large wooden barrels

Grape variety (filter): 95% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc

Maturity: 2022 – 2033

Alcohol content (in % vol.): 14.5% Vol.

Allergens: contains sulphites

Manufacturer/importer: Château La Prade 33570 Saint-Cibard, France

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Specifications
  • Robert Parker
    92/100
  • James Suckling
    92/100

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Bordeaux is typically known for blends in which grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc work together harmoniously.

Stylistically, red Bordeaux wines are defined by a balance of fruit, structure and freshness. The white wines – usually made from Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and sometimes Muscadelle – range from crisp and citrus-driven to creamy and complex.

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