Description
- Alcohol %: 13.5%
- Decant Time: 2 hours
- Taste: red cherries, wild berries, herbal savouriness, tobacco, wood spices, plums, dark chocolate, espresso, salinity, mineral-citrus finish
- Food Matching: Beef, Venison, Lamb kreatopita, Steak and kidney pie, Holstein dairy T-bone, Argentine flank steak
- Grape Variety:
Merlot
: 79%,
Cabernet Franc
: 21%,
Tasting note
來自聖艾美濃的 2021 紫杉莊園紅酒展現了當地釀酒的卓越工藝。這款酒散發著紅櫻桃、野莓和草本香氣,伴隨著煙草和木質香料的細膩氣息。入口後,絲滑的李子、黑巧克力和濃縮咖啡的風味層層展開,並帶有一絲鹹味和礦物柑橘的餘韻。經過 16 個月的橡木桶熟成,單寧細膩,口感圓潤,展現出非凡的平衡感。葡萄園位於粘土與石灰岩土壤上,賦予了這款酒鮮活的酸度與複雜性。無論搭配牛肉、鹿肉或羊肉料理,都是絕佳選擇。
Crafted in the heart of Saint-Emilion, the 2021 L'If is a testament to the region's winemaking excellence. This wine, a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, offers a bouquet of red cherries, wild berries, and herbal notes, complemented by hints of tobacco and wood spices. On the palate, it reveals silky plums, dark chocolate, and espresso, with a touch of salinity and a mineral-citrus finish. Aged for 16 months in oak, this wine showcases refined tannins and a polished texture, making it a standout vintage. The vineyard's clay and limestone terroir contribute to its vibrant freshness and complexity. Perfect for pairing with beef, venison, or lamb dishes.
Winery
紫杉莊園由 Jacques Thienpont 擁有,是聖艾美濃的新星。Thienpont 家族擁有悠久的釀酒歷史,這款酒來自靠近 Troplong Mondot 和 Château Valandraud 的 8 公頃葡萄園。粘土與石灰岩的優質土壤,加上精細的釀酒工藝,造就了這款卓越的佳釀。
Château l'If, owned by Jacques Thienpont, is a rising star in Saint-Emilion. With a rich family history in winemaking, the Thienponts have crafted this wine from an 8-hectare vineyard near Troplong Mondot and Château Valandraud. The clay and limestone terroir, combined with meticulous winemaking, results in wines of exceptional quality.