Description

• Alcohol %: 14%
• Decant Time: 60-90 minutes
• Taste: dark cherry, red berries, violet, licorice, spice, eucalyptus, mineral, fresh acidity, velvety tannins, persistent finish
• Food Matching: Beef and venison, Lamb (kreatopita, roasted), Bone-in ribeye, Sirloin steak with butter, Secreto Iberico (Iberico pork shoulder/loin), Mature hard cheeses
• Grape Variety: Merlot : 90%, Cabernet Franc : 10%,

Tasting note

品飲筆記：酒色深寶石紅、帶紫色邊緣，香氣以黑櫻桃與紅色莓果為主軸，夾帶紫羅蘭、甘草與一絲尤加利與橙皮香，香料感細緻。口感中等偏飽滿，果實多汁、酸度清爽，礦感明顯，單寧圓潤但有骨架，收尾帶出香辛與鹹香的餘韻。 酒莊與田間：此酒來源於約19公頃的園地，土壤以碎礫與粘土石灰為主，利於排水並賦予礦物性結構。採收集中在九月上中旬，酒莊在田間管理與果實選擇上相當細緻，追求成熟與新鮮度的平衡。 釀造重點：採用法國橡木桶陳年，保留果香的同時帶出香草與香料的層次。酒體雖有良好結構但不失圓滑，適合醒酒一段時間後飲用，或繼續陳放以發展更多風味細節。 搭配建議：烤紅肉、香煎肋眼或伊比利亞豬肉等帶脂肪與香氣的菜餚最為合拍；若想嘗鮮，可配陳年硬質奶酪，提升整體口感層次。

Tasting note: Deep ruby with purple hues. Aromas of dark cherry and ripe red berries are lifted by violet florals, licorice and a touch of eucalyptus; orange zest and warm spice show through on the rim. On the palate this Grand Cru is medium–full, juicy and saline, framed by fresh acidity and integrated, velvety tannins that lead to a long, savoury finish. Winemaker's notes: Hand-harvested between early and late September, the 2022 was fermented and matured in French oak to build structure and subtle spice without overwhelming primary fruit. The wine displays modern precision yet retains classic regional balance and ageing potential. Vineyard notes & producer: From a compact 19-hectare estate sitting on gravel and clay-limestone soils, the vines benefit from good drainage and mineral influence. Produced by the estate linked with Chateau Pipeau, the wine reflects meticulous vineyard work and careful selection at harvest to ensure ripeness and freshness. Serving & ageing: Approachable now after a moderate decant, it will continue to develop over the next decade-plus. Serve at cellar-cool room temperature; pair with rich grilled meats, roasted lamb or aged cheeses.

Winery

皮坡酒莊 (Chateau Pipeau)

Chateau Pipeau