Château Talbot 1996

    Château Talbot 1996

    Bordeaux • Saint-Julien • 4ème Grand Cru Classé • Red

    180,00€ tax included
    180,00€ tax included
    180,00€ / unit
    Packaging : 1 x 75CL - Cardboard

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    Description

    • Country France
    • Region Bordeaux
    • Appellation Saint-Julien
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 13
    • Vintage 1996
    • Grape varieties Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon

    THE Château Talbot, located at Saint-Julien in the famous vineyard of Bordeauxis a 4th Grand Cru Classé renowned for its fine wines. domaine, whose history dates back to the Middle Ages, offers a beautiful expression of the Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Sauvignon grape varieties. The wines of Château Talbot They are distinguished by their elegance and complexity, bearing witness to a unique terroir and ancestral know-how. Each sip of this 1996 reveals a perfect balance between power and finesse, captivating wine lovers.

    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    The dress of Château Talbot The 1996 vintage boasts a beautiful, deep red, almost ruby color. On the nose, aromas of ripe black fruit, cedar, and spice mingle delicately, offering lovely complexity. On the palate, this wine reveals a structured body with silky tannins, supported by refreshing acidity. The finish is long and elegant, leaving a lingering impression of candied fruit and sweet spices.

    Food & wine pairings

    This wine pairs wonderfully with grilled red meats, beef fillet with porcini mushrooms, or aged cheese.
    Producer

    Producer

    The vineyard of Château Talbot It extends over clay-limestone gravel, an ideal soil for growing Bordeaux grape varieties. The vines, averaging 40 years old, benefit from a climat The temperate oceanic climate is ideal for the slow and even ripening of the grapes. Sustainable viticultural practices help preserve the local ecosystem while ensuring high-quality yields. Vineyard management is meticulous, with rigorous pruning and yield control, to promote the concentration of aromas and the expression of the terroir in every bottle.

    Owner and history

    Today, the Château Talbot is run by the Cordier family, who have managed to preserve the heritage and reputation of domaine while adding a touch of modernity. Their commitment to quality and sustainability is reflected in every wine produced. The owners have invested in modern infrastructure while respecting winemaking traditions. Their passion for wine and their attachment to the terroir drive them to strive for excellence at every stage, from vine to bottle, thus ensuring the future of this estate. grand cru in the Bordeaux wine-growing landscape.

    Vinification and aging

    The winemaking process Château Talbot The wine is made with the utmost care. The grapes, harvested by hand, are sorted and destemmed before being vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Alcoholic fermentation is followed by extended maceration, allowing for the extraction of color and tannins. Aging takes place in oak barrels, some of which are new, for approximately 18 months. This process imparts aromatic complexity and an elegant structure to the wine, while respecting the identity of the terroir. The blends are carefully crafted, aiming to create a balanced and harmonious wine.

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    The team's opinion

    A Saint-Julien Classic and refined, offering a lovely freshness, elegantly melted tannins and a long, balanced finish typical of great Médoc vintages.

    • Serving temperature 16–18 °C

    • Climax 2006 à 2026

    Wine profile

    • Complex
    • timber frame
    • spicy