Parker 95 100
Suckling 94 100
Dunnuck 95 100
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Right Bank Château La Clotte

Château La Clotte 2016

79,00€
105,33€ / l
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Other vintages of this wine

2014 ,
2015

Description

France / Bordeaux / Saint-Émilion

The vineyard of the extensive Château La Clotte estate is one of the oldest in Saint-Émilion; "Clotte" means "small cave." In 1931, the talented winemaker Georges Chailleau inherited the Château and transformed it into one of the most prestigious estates in Saint-Émilion. Since 2014, it has been owned by the Vauthier family, who also own Château Ausone. They have breathed new life into the winery and significantly improved the quality of the wines. Château La Clotte is still a real insider tip among Saint-Émilion wines. Many bottles are found in the cellars of fellow winemakers in Saint-Émilion. This is completely understandable given the price-enjoyment ratio and the opulent, mineral-driven style of the wine.

Wine profile: Château La Clotte 2016

Expansion: 15 months in 50% new barriques

Grape variety (filter): 85% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc

Maturity: 2021 – 2040

Alcohol content (in % vol.): 14% Vol.

Allergens: contains sulphites

Manufacturer/importer: Château La Clotte, Bergat, 33330 Saint-Émilion, France

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Specifications
  • Robert Parker
    95/100
  • Jeb Dunnuck
    95/100
  • James Suckling
    94/100

In Portrait:

Château La Clotte

The traditional Château La Clotte in Saint-Émilion stands for characterful Bordeaux red wine with fine structure and depth. For generations, the La Clotte estate has combined artisanal precision with the unique terroir of the Right Bank of the Gironde. On limestone soils, Grand Cru wines are produced that unite finesse and ageing potential – an authentic expression of French winemaking from the heart of France.

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Bordeaux

Bordeaux is one of the world’s most renowned wine regions – a name that has stood for elegance, diversity and ageing potential for centuries. Gravel, clay and limestone soils alternate, allowing fine nuances in the wines that reflect both terroir and craftsmanship.

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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