{"title":"Château Rocheyron","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Rocheyron sits on Saint-Émilion's limestone plateau, a modest 8.45 hectares surrounded by neighbours many times its size, and since 2010 it has been run by two men better known for wine made somewhere else entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA Ribera del Duero winemaker in Bordeaux\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeter Sisseck built his reputation at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dominio-de-pingus\"\u003eDominio de Pingus\u003c\/a\u003e in Ribera del Duero, one of Spain's most sought-after cult wines. In 2010 he and Swiss collector Silvio Denz bought this plateau property in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/saint-emilion\"\u003eSaint-Émilion\u003c\/a\u003e and set about running it, in Sisseck's own words, like a first growth: strict vineyard work, hard selection, and no shortcuts on a property most people had never heard of.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBiodynamic from the ground up\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe estate moved to biodynamic farming in 2014, began formal Biodyvin conversion three years later, and reached organic certification with the 2020 vintage. Vines average around forty-five years old on limestone and clay, planted to 70 percent Merlot and 30 percent Cabernet Franc, the pairing that defines the Right Bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere's one label, no second wine to absorb weaker lots, which means whatever doesn't meet the standard is sold off in bulk rather than bottled. What remains is dense and structured young, built to reward the patience Sisseck applies to everything else he makes, with the plateau's limestone keeping the wine tighter and less plush than \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bordeaux\"\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/a\u003e drinkers might expect from a Merlot-led blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho owns Château Rocheyron?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeter Sisseck of Dominio de Pingus and Silvio Denz, who also owns several other Bordeaux and Sauternes properties, bought the estate together in 2010 and still run it jointly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Château Rocheyron biodynamic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, since 2014, with Biodyvin conversion begun in 2017 and organic certification achieved from the 2020 vintage onward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it taste like Pingus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot really. The grapes, soil and climate are entirely different. What carries over is the approach: low yields, strict selection and no compromise on ripeness or cleanliness in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chateau-rocheyron-2019","title":"Château Rocheyron 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Rocheyron 2019 is a polished and highly expressive Bordeaux from a small estate in Saint-Émilion, crafted by Peter Sisseck and Silvio Denz. With a thoughtful blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, it combines precision, freshness, and aromatic detail in a style that highlights elegance over power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the wine shows deep, youthful color and an inviting aromatic intensity. The nose unfolds with ripe blackberries, cherries, blackcurrants, forest strawberries, limestone minerality, and hints of dried violets and rose petals, gaining complexity as it opens.\n\nThe palate is fresh, refined, and beautifully balanced, with fine tannins and a silky, tailored texture. There is impressive depth without excess weight, and the finish is long, lifted, and nuanced. While already impressive, it should continue to evolve gracefully over the coming years and is best enjoyed from 2026 onward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2019 vintage is made from 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc sourced from Rocheyron’s 8 hectares of vines, with tank sizes adapted to the diversity of the estate’s soils. Fermentation took place in seven concrete tanks and three stainless-steel tanks, followed by 15 months of ageing in oak barrels, with only 35% new wood to preserve the fruit’s purity. The wine was bottled without fining or filtration, and the estate is in the process of converting to organic farming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with roast lamb, duck breast, beef tenderloin, game birds, or mushroom-based dishes. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decant for 1–2 hours before serving to soften the texture and bring out its more perfumed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Rocheyron is the result of a collaboration between Peter Sisseck and Silvio Denz, two figures with a strong passion for fine wine and craftsmanship. Founded in 2009 on a historic Saint-Émilion site long associated with viticulture, the estate has quickly gained attention for its precise, terroir-driven style and its focus on finesse rather than heavy extraction. 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The nose is refined and layered, unfolding with dark cherry, blackcurrant, graphite, violet, cedar, and a hint of tobacco.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is silky and composed, with ripe dark fruit wrapped around a firm limestone-driven structure that gives the finish lift and definition. It is expressive now, but should continue to develop gracefully over the coming years, gaining more savory complexity and aromatic nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine comes from old vines rooted in limestone and clay soils, a terroir that lends both freshness and mineral tension to the blend. Vineyard work is carried out with great care and minimal intervention, and the grapes are harvested with close attention to ripeness and balance. Fermentation takes place spontaneously in concrete vats, followed by aging in French oak barrels, including a proportion of new oak used judiciously to preserve the finesse of the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an excellent match for classic Bordeaux fare such as roast lamb, duck breast, beef tenderloin, or mushroom dishes with rich, earthy sauces. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decant for about an hour if opening now to let the aromas and texture fully open up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Rocheyron is a relatively young estate under its current ownership, but it has already earned attention for its disciplined, terroir-focused approach in Saint-Émilion. 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Built from 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc, it reflects both meticulous parcel-by-parcel winemaking and the ambition to express the elegance and freshness that define the best of Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine shows impressive aromatic intensity from the outset, gradually opening into a more complex and nuanced profile with time in the glass. Expect ripe cherry, blackcurrant, and wild strawberry, lifted by a delicate perfume of rosehip and floral accents. On the palate it is fresh, elegant, and beautifully balanced, with a supple texture that keeps the fruit vibrant and precise.\n\nThis is a wine with real refinement and a polished, ageworthy structure. While already highly expressive, it should continue to develop gracefully over the coming years, gaining further complexity and harmony with bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe estate’s roughly 8 hectares are planted across varied soils, with the vines fermented separately in seven cement vats and three stainless-steel tanks sized to match the diversity of the terroir. The 2020 vintage was aged for 15 months in barrel, including 35% new oak to preserve the purity of the fruit, and was bottled without fining or filtration. Château Rocheyron is also in conversion to organic farming, a process aimed at fully revealing the vineyard’s potential over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe with roasted lamb, duck breast, beef tenderloin, or mushroom-based dishes that complement the wine’s elegance and fresh fruit profile. A serving temperature of 16–18°C is ideal, and decanting for 1–2 hours is recommended to soften the wine and bring out its more perfumed nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Rocheyron is the joint venture of Peter Sisseck, best known for his global success with Ribera del Duero, and Silvio Denz, the entrepreneur behind Lalique and a passionate collector and investor in fine wine. Founded in 2009 after the purchase of land bordering Château Laroque, the estate has quickly become a serious Saint-Émilion project with a strong emphasis on precision, terroir expression, and restrained elegance. 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Led by Peter Sisseck, the estate reflects a thoughtful, classically inspired approach rooted in Bordeaux tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a deep, dark color that hints at its concentration and ripeness. The nose is layered and expressive, opening with mature red and black berries, dried herbs, spices, and subtle oak notes. On the palate, it is balanced and structured, with ripe tannins, fresh acidity, and a long, elegant finish.\n\nThe 2015 vintage brings generous fruit maturity and a naturally harmonious frame, giving the wine both immediate appeal and strong cellaring potential. 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The nose opens with black cherry, ripe plum, graphite, and cedar, layered with subtle earthy and mineral nuances that reflect its classic Right Bank character.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is rich yet refined, with a dense, silky texture, polished tannins, and a long finish that carries freshness and chalky energy. The blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc gives it both generosity and definition, and while it is already harmonious, it should continue to develop gracefully over the coming years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe vineyards lie on the limestone plateau west of Saint-Émilion, where the chalk-rich soils lend the wine its distinct mineral edge and sense of finesse. The estate is farmed with sustainable respect for the land and vines, and the grapes are harvested by hand before being vinified parcel by parcel in small vats. 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This is a wine with excellent aging potential and should evolve beautifully over the next decade and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe vineyards are located on the limestone plateau west of Saint-Émilion, where old Merlot vines and a smaller proportion of Cabernet Franc are rooted in lively, well-drained soils. Farming follows biodynamic principles, and the grapes are harvested by hand in small parcels to preserve precision and quality. In the cellar, fermentation takes place spontaneously, followed by aging in French oak barrels to lend structure and polish without overpowering the wine’s natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Rocheyron 2016 pairs beautifully with roasted lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, truffle dishes, and hard aged cheeses. 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Thanks to its balance and concentration, it should evolve gracefully over the next decade and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe vineyards sit on the limestone plateau west of Saint-Émilion, where old Merlot vines and a smaller proportion of Cabernet Franc are rooted in lively, well-drained soils. The estate is farmed according to biodynamic principles, and harvesting is carried out by hand in small parcels to preserve the character of each plot.\n\nIn the cellar, fermentation takes place spontaneously, followed by ageing in French oak barrels designed to enhance structure without overwhelming the wine’s natural tension and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a wine that pairs naturally with roast lamb, beef fillet, duck breast, or braised dishes with mushrooms and herbs. It also works beautifully with aged hard cheeses. 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As one of the early vintages from this ambitious estate, it also represents the careful evolution of a once-overlooked vineyard site into a serious fine-wine address.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine shows impressive aromatic intensity, opening with ripe cherries, blackcurrants and wild strawberries wrapped in rose-petal perfume. With air, it becomes increasingly complex and nuanced, gaining a more lifted, floral expression that gives the nose real charm and depth.\n\nOn the palate it is fresh, elegant and beautifully balanced, with juicy red and dark berry fruit, fine structure and a supple, polished feel. There is enough concentration to suggest good development in bottle, while its current appeal lies in its fragrance, energy and harmony. 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The Merlot delivers a mouthfilling core of dark, ripe fruit framed by velvety but firm tannins and a generous alcohol level that adds warmth and volume. Flavors of black currant, plum and dark chocolate mingle with hints of licorice, toasted oak and baking spices, leading into a long, powerful finish. While the 2014 is approachable now with proper aeration, its structure suggests solid aging potential: expect it to evolve gracefully over the next 8–12 years, gaining more tertiary notes of leather, truffle and tobacco as the tannins soften and the fruit becomes more savory and complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau Rocheyron sits on coveted Saint-Émilion terroir bordering Château Laroque, on soils that have been planted to vines for generations. The Merlot vines, roughly 15–30 years old, draw deeply from a mix of limestone and clay that imparts both power and a distinct mineral backbone to the fruit. Grapes are harvested by hand to ensure meticulous selection, then fermented in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks to preserve purity and control extraction. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for around 14 months in French oak barrels, including one-year-old barrels sourced from Château Faugères, allowing the wood to lend structure, polish and subtle complexity without overwhelming the natural character of the Merlot or the freshness that Sisseck seeks to highlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a generous, gastronomic Bordeaux that shines alongside rich, flavor-packed dishes. Think dry-aged ribeye with herb butter, slow-braised lamb shanks, duck breast with a red wine reduction, or classic French fare like beef bourguignon and confit de canard. It also works beautifully with hard cheeses such as Comté, aged Gouda or a well-matured Cheddar. Serve at 16–18°C (about 60–64°F) to keep the alcohol in balance and highlight the wine’s aromatic complexity. For optimal enjoyment, decant for 1–2 hours before serving to allow the structure to relax and the layers of dark fruit, spice and subtle earthiness to fully unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau Rocheyron is a relatively young project with deep roots in Bordeaux history, brought back to life by renowned Danish winemaker Peter Sisseck—famed for the cult Ribera del Duero wine Pingus—and his Spanish partner, Silvio Denz. When they acquired the 7-hectare parcel near Château Laroque in 2009, the estate was in a tired state, and the early vintages were even vinified and matured in borrowed corners of neighboring cellars while Rocheyron was rebuilt. Sisseck has since invested heavily both in the vineyard and the chai, steering the property toward organic farming and a more terroir-driven style that emphasizes finesse and freshness over sheer extraction and alcohol. 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This is a bold, richly textured red that leans into concentration and opulence more than classic restraint, making it a compelling choice for lovers of full-bodied Bordeaux. Produced under the direction of famed winemaker Peter Sisseck, it captures an early chapter in the estate’s transformation toward greater finesse and organic precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Chateau Rocheyron Grand Cru 2015 shows a deep, opaque ruby to garnet hue with a dense core and slow-forming legs that immediately signal its richness and high natural alcohol. The nose is generous and enveloping, with ripe black plum, black cherry and blackberry compote at the forefront, layered with notes of dark chocolate, mocha, sweet spice, and hints of cedar and tobacco from its time in oak.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied and mouth-filling, with a velvety, almost glycerol texture and a distinctly ripe, sun-kissed fruit profile. Expect concentrated flavors of plum, blackcurrant and black cherry, supported by notes of licorice, vanilla, roasted coffee bean and a touch of graphite. Tannins are abundant but rounded, giving a dense, chewy structure that will soften further with time. The finish is long and warming, with a lingering impression of dark fruit and spice. While approachable now for those who enjoy powerful, plush Bordeaux, the wine still has several years of positive evolution ahead; it should drink well through the mid to late 2030s as the fruit, tannin and oak continue to knit together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau Rocheyron lies in Saint-Émilion, on limestone- and clay-rich soils that have long been prized for Merlot, offering both structure and natural freshness beneath the richness of the fruit. The 2015 Grand Cru is made entirely from Merlot, sourced from 15–30-year-old vines that benefit from careful, increasingly organic-minded vineyard work as part of Peter Sisseck’s long-term vision for the estate. Grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness to capture both depth and purity, then fermented in stainless steel to preserve varietal character and control temperature precisely. After fermentation, the wine is aged for around 14 months in once-used French oak barrels sourced from Château Faugères, allowing it to gain complexity, texture and subtle oak nuances without overwhelming the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a superb match for hearty, richly flavored dishes that can stand up to its intensity and volume. Think ribeye or côte de boeuf, slow-braised beef short ribs, lamb shank, confit or roasted duck, and game dishes with dark, savory sauces. It also pairs beautifully with truffle-inflected dishes, wild mushroom ragouts and aged hard cheeses such as Comté or aged Gouda. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to balance freshness and aromatic expression. Given its youth and density, decanting for 1–2 hours is recommended to allow the tannins to soften and the layered bouquet to fully open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau Rocheyron is a relatively young yet already highly regarded name in Saint-Émilion, relaunched as a joint venture between Danish-born star winemaker Peter Sisseck (of Pingus fame in Ribera del Duero) and Spanish entrepreneur Silvio Denz. They acquired the 7-hectare property in 2009, on land bordering the esteemed Château Laroque, where vines have been cultivated “forever” by local standards. When Sisseck took over, the estate and cellar were in poor condition, and early vintages were even vinified off-site at neighboring properties. Since then, significant investment has gone into both vineyard and cellar, with a long-term move toward organic farming and a clear aim: not simply to make powerful, dark wines, but to capture the refined freshness and finesse that define great Bordeaux. 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The Merlot delivers velvety, ripe tannins wrapped around flavors of dark berries, plum, cocoa and baking spice, with a broad, almost creamy mid-palate. This is not a wine driven by high-strung finesse, but by depth, volume and a near-californian sense of richness and concentration. The finish is long and warming, with lingering fruit and spice. \n\nWhile already approachable with some aeration, the 2017 has the structure and extract to evolve positively over the next 8–12 years, gaining further tertiary complexity—truffle, tobacco, and forest floor—while the tannins continue to soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Rocheyron lies on the storied limestone and clay soils of Saint-Émilion, on vineyards that border the esteemed Château Laroque. These well-exposed parcels, where vines have been cultivated “forever” in local memory, offer Merlot an ideal mix of good drainage, mineral-rich subsoils and moderated ripening. The estate’s vines are 15–30 years old, and under Peter Sisseck’s guidance the property is being painstakingly converted to organic farming—an involved, long-term process aimed at unlocking the full potential of the terroir. Grapes are harvested by hand to ensure optimal selection in the vineyard, then carefully sorted before vinification. The 2017 Grand Cru is made from 100% Merlot, fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel to preserve purity of fruit and precision. After fermentation, the wine was aged for around 14 months in once-used French oak barrels (inherited from Château Faugères), allowing it to gain texture and complexity without overwhelming the fruit with new oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Rocheyron Grand Cru 2017 is a natural match for rich, flavorful dishes that can stand up to its concentration. Think classic roast lamb with rosemary and garlic, beef ribeye or cote de boeuf, slow-braised beef cheeks, duck breast with red wine reduction, or game dishes such as venison. It also pairs beautifully with hearty mushroom dishes, truffle-infused cuisine and aged hard cheeses like Comté or mature Gouda. Serve at 16–18°C (60–65°F) to keep the freshness and structure in balance with the richness of the fruit. Decanting is strongly recommended: give it at least 1–2 hours in a carafe to soften the tannins and allow the layers of dark fruit, spice and earth to fully unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Rocheyron is a relatively new name with deep roots. The estate as it stands today was born in 2009, when Danish-born star winemaker Peter Sisseck—famous for creating Pingus in Ribera del Duero—teamed up with Spanish entrepreneur Silvio Denz to acquire a 7-hectare parcel adjoining Château Laroque in Saint-Émilion. When Sisseck took over, Rocheyron was in poor condition, with outdated cellar equipment and wines vinified elsewhere; the early vintages were even made in a corner of Château Faugères’ cellar. Since then, major investments have been made in both vineyard and winery, with a clear objective: to elevate this Grand Cru property to the highest level while expressing the elegance and freshness that Sisseck believes are Bordeaux’s true gift to the wine world. 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This vintage brings together Bordeaux elegance with a depth and concentration that will appeal to lovers of structured, ageworthy reds.\n\nThe unique selling point here is the combination of exceptional limestone-clay terroir on the plateau near Château Laroque and Sisseck’s obsessive focus on finesse and freshness rather than sheer power. Where many modern Right Bank wines chase ripeness and alcohol, Rocheyron 2020 aims for layered complexity, purity of fruit, and a seamless texture. Although the estate itself is relatively young in its current form (founded as a joint venture in 2009), its vineyards have produced grapes “forever” by local standards, and the Grand Cru status underlines its historical roots in one of Bordeaux’s most prized communes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Chateau Rocheyron Grand Cru 2020 shows a deep, radiant ruby-purple hue with a vibrant rim, signaling both concentration and youth. The color clings to the sides of the glass, hinting at intensity and extract.\n\nOn the nose, expect a refined and complex bouquet: ripe black cherries and plums from the Merlot interlace with cassis, violets, and subtle leafy tones from the Cabernet Franc. Layers of graphite, crushed stone, cocoa, and a touch of sweet spice from well-judged oak emerge with air, all underpinned by a distinct mineral freshness that is very Saint-Émilion plateau.\n\nThe palate is structured yet supple, with a silky, almost velvety attack that quickly fans out into fine-grained tannins and a long, driven finish. Dark berry fruits, black cherry and damson are joined by notes of licorice, cedar, tobacco leaf, and a chalky, saline edge that reflects the limestone soils. The balance between richness and tension is key: the wine is full-bodied, but lifted by bright acidity and a cool, stony precision that keeps it from ever feeling heavy.\n\nAging potential is excellent. While already impressive after a proper decant, the 2020 has the structure to evolve gracefully over 12–20 years, gaining more tertiary complexity—truffle, forest floor, dried flowers and cigar box—while the tannins continue to polish and integrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau Rocheyron sits on the prized limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion, on parcels bordering Château Laroque, where thin topsoil overlays hard limestone and clay-limestone subsoils. This terroir naturally limits yields, concentrating flavor and delivering the tension, minerality, and freshness that Peter Sisseck seeks. The vineyards, historically cultivated for generations, are being painstakingly converted to organic farming—a long, multi-year process that improves soil life and vine balance.\n\nHarvesting is done by hand, parcel by parcel, allowing only perfectly ripe and healthy clusters of Merlot and Cabernet Franc to make it into the winery. Sorting is meticulous, often in several stages, to ensure absolute purity of fruit. Vinification is deliberately gentle and detail-focused: fermentations typically take place in temperature-controlled vessels (traditionally stainless steel and\/or concrete), with careful extraction through pump-overs or gentle punch-downs, never pushing the fruit into over-extraction. After fermentation, the wine is aged in French oak barrels—often with a restrained proportion of new oak and judicious use of one-wine barrels—to add complexity and texture without overwhelming the finesse of the fruit and terroir signature. The goal is transparency and elegance rather than sheer power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau Rocheyron Grand Cru 2020 is a natural partner for refined yet flavorful dishes, where its structure and depth can really shine. Classic matches include roast lamb with herbs, dry-aged ribeye or côte de boeuf, duck breast, or veal with morel sauce. It also pairs beautifully with game birds, truffle-inflected dishes, and earthy preparations featuring mushrooms or lentils. On the cheese board, opt for hard or semi-hard varieties such as Comté, aged Gouda, Cantal, or a well-aged farmhouse Cheddar, rather than very strong blue cheeses.\n\nServe at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight its aromatic complexity and freshness. In its youth, decanting for 1.5–2 hours is recommended to allow the tannins to soften and the bouquet to fully unfold. 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When they acquired the 7 hectares of vines neighboring Château Laroque, the estate itself was in a tired state, with outdated cellar equipment and vineyards in need of rejuvenation.\n\nSisseck initially vinified the early cuvées in borrowed corners of neighboring cellars, all while beginning the painstaking work of converting the vineyards to organic farming and rethinking viticulture from the ground up. His goal at Rocheyron has never been to chase the darkest color or highest alcohol, but rather to rediscover what he sees as Bordeaux’s true gift to the wine world: finesse, precision, and a delicate, vibrant freshness. 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Conceived by the renowned winemaker Peter Sisseck (of Pingus fame) together with Silvio Denz, this early vintage captures a more opulent, almost New World expression of Bordeaux while still rooted in its historic terroir. Bottled in a double magnum, it offers both exceptional aging capacity and a striking centerpiece for the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2011 Chateau Rocheyron Grand Cru shows a deep, opaque ruby core with garnet reflections beginning to form at the rim, reflecting its over a decade of evolution. The nose is generous and layered, offering ripe black plum and black cherry, with notes of fig, dark chocolate, mocha, and sweet baking spices from barrel aging. Subtle hints of cedar, tobacco leaf, and graphite add a distinctly Bordelais complexity.\n\nOn the palate, this is a full-bodied, concentrated Merlot with a distinctly dense, almost California-style richness. The fruit is plush and mouth-filling—blackberry compote, plum and blackcurrant—supported by velvety yet still present tannins. Secondary notes of roasted coffee, vanilla, licorice and a touch of dried herbs emerge with air. Acidity is moderate, giving a broad, enveloping feel rather than a taut, mineral-driven line. At this stage, the wine has shed some of its youthful “baby fat” and is more harmoniously knit, though it remains a bold, hedonistic expression rather than a study in finesse. In double magnum, the slower evolution significantly extends its drinking window: it is drinking beautifully now and should continue to develop added tertiary complexity—leather, truffle, underbrush—over the next decade or more if well cellared.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau Rocheyron lies in Saint-Émilion, on limestone-rich soils that have long been prized for Merlot, with excellent exposure that allows grapes to ripen fully while retaining some freshness. The 2011 Grand Cru is made from 100% Merlot sourced from 15–30-year-old vines, an age that balances vigor with growing depth of root system and site expression. At the time, the estate was undergoing a careful, long-term transition toward organic viticulture, with increasing focus on healthier soils and lower-intervention farming to better reflect the character of the land. Grapes were harvested by hand, sorted meticulously, and vinified in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks to preserve purity of fruit and control extraction. The wine was then aged for about 14 months in once-used French oak barrels from Château Faugères, allowing it to gain complexity, structure and spice without being overwhelmed by new oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis voluptuous, richly textured Saint-Émilion is a natural match for hearty, flavourful dishes. Think classic roast lamb with herbs, beef ribeye, confit duck, or slow-braised short ribs, as well as game birds and earthy mushroom-based dishes. Aged hard cheeses such as Comté, aged Gouda, or a mature Cheddar also pair beautifully with its depth and structure. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to showcase both fruit and complexity. Given both its age and density, decanting is recommended—at least 1–2 hours in advance—to allow the wine to open fully and for any sediment to settle, especially from this large 3-litre format where evolution in bottle is more gradual.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau Rocheyron is a relatively young yet already highly regarded name in Saint-Émilion, born from the partnership between Danish star winemaker Peter Sisseck and Spanish entrepreneur Silvio Denz. The estate came into being in 2009 with the acquisition of about 7 hectares of historic vineyards bordering the prestigious Château Laroque, on land that has been planted to vines for generations. When Sisseck took over, both the vineyard and cellar required significant investment; early vintages were even vinified in a corner of the cellar at Château Faugères while Rocheyron was being rebuilt. Drawing on his global success with Pingus in Ribera del Duero and his formative years in Bordeaux, Sisseck’s vision for Rocheyron has been to elevate this terroir through meticulous vineyard work, a shift toward organic farming, and precise, terroir-driven winemaking. 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This vintage delivers deep fruit, generous structure and a near–New World opulence, making it especially appealing to those who enjoy dense, mouthfilling reds. Behind the label stands the renowned Danish winemaker Peter Sisseck, applying his exacting standards and experience from Pingus to one of Bordeaux’s most historic appellations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Chateau Rocheyron Grand Cru 2018 presents a dense, opaque ruby core with a dark garnet rim, hinting at its concentration and youth. The nose is intense and layered, opening with ripe black plum, blackberry compote and black cherry, followed by notes of mocha, dark chocolate, licorice and sweet baking spices from the oak. With air, more subtle nuances emerge: graphite, dried violets, tobacco leaf and a faint mineral undertone.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied and generously textured, with a plush, almost velvety mouthfeel. Ripe black fruits dominate initially—plum, cassis and black cherry—supported by well-integrated oak tones of vanilla, toasted cedar and cocoa. The alcohol lends warmth and a sense of richness, while firm but polished tannins provide ample structure and grip. This is not a delicate, high-toned Saint-Émilion; it leans into density and volume, with a long, satisfying finish marked by dark fruit, spice and a touch of savory earth. The 2018 has the stuffing to age gracefully for 10–15 years from vintage, gradually shedding some of its primary opulence and gaining more tertiary complexity of leather, truffle and cigar box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Merlot for Chateau Rocheyron Grand Cru 2018 is sourced from 15–30-year-old vines planted on the limestone and clay soils that define the eastern plateau of Saint-Émilion, neighboring estates such as Château Laroque. This terroir, long cultivated for vines, provides excellent drainage and natural freshness, giving depth and structure to the fruit. Grapes are harvested by hand to ensure careful selection, then vinified in stainless steel tanks to preserve purity and control extraction. After fermentation, the wine is aged for around 14 months in once-used French oak barrels, originally from Château Faugères, which impart complexity and spice without overwhelming the fruit. Under Peter Sisseck’s guidance, the estate is being progressively converted to organic farming, with an emphasis on revitalizing the soil and allowing the terroir to speak more clearly in future vintages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau Rocheyron Grand Cru 2018 is a natural partner for rich, savory dishes that can stand up to its concentration and structure. Think dry-aged ribeye with a peppercorn crust, slow-braised lamb shank, duck confit, or classic French fare like entrecôte bordelaise and beef cheeks in red wine. It also pairs beautifully with truffle risotto, mushroom ragù, and aged hard cheeses such as Comté or mature Gouda. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to keep the alcohol in balance and the aromas expressive. Given its youth and density, decanting for 1–2 hours is recommended to soften the tannins and allow the wine to fully open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau Rocheyron is a relatively young project with deep roots in Saint-Émilion, created in 2009 when Danish winemaker Peter Sisseck and Spanish entrepreneur Silvio Denz acquired a 7-hectare parcel bordering Château Laroque. The land has been under vine for generations, but when Sisseck took over, the estate and cellar were in need of serious renewal; early vintages were even vinified off-site at neighboring châteaux while Rocheyron was being rebuilt. Drawing on the global acclaim of his Ribera del Duero icon, Pingus, Sisseck has invested heavily in elevating viticulture and winemaking here, with a strong focus on ecological conversion and gentle, quality-driven cellar work. 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This is a Bordeaux that blends depth and concentration with the lifted freshness Sisseck now actively seeks, made from Merlot and Cabernet Franc grown on prime limestone terroir. The wine reflects a new chapter for Rocheyron, where massive investment in the vineyard and cellar has been paired with a clear vision: to capture Bordeaux’s signature finesse rather than sheer power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Chateau Rocheyron Grand Cru 2021 shows a deep ruby core with youthful purple highlights, signalling both concentration and freshness. The nose is layered and precise, offering ripe black cherry and plum alongside redcurrant, violet, and subtle notes of graphite, cedar, and pencil shavings, with a fine backdrop of sweet spices and a touch of cocoa from careful oak maturation.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, poised rather than heavy, with silky tannins wrapped around a core of dark berries, plum and a hint of cassis from the Cabernet Franc. Fresh acidity gives the wine real lift and tension, balancing its ripe fruit and adding a savoury, mineral edge typical of Saint-Émilion’s limestone plateau. The finish is long and elegant, with lingering notes of crushed berries, spice and wet stone. Enjoyable in its youth with a brief decant, it has the structure and balance to develop gracefully over 10–15 years, gaining further complexity and tertiary nuances of truffle, tobacco and forest floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau Rocheyron lies on the high limestone and clay-limestone plateau close to Château Laroque in Saint-Émilion, a site that has hosted vines for generations. The vineyard is in the midst of a demanding conversion to organic farming, with meticulous work in the rows to enhance biodiversity, limit yields and allow the Merlot and Cabernet Franc to translate the character of the soils and exposure. Harvest is carried out by hand, parcel by parcel, to bring in each plot at optimal ripeness. In the cellar, Sisseck aims for precision and purity: gentle extraction, controlled fermentations in temperature-regulated tanks, and a thoughtful élevage in French oak barrels – a mix of new and used – that polishes the wine without masking its terroir. The overall objective is not to chase high alcohol and blockbuster power, but to sculpt a wine of definition, finesse and vibrant freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau Rocheyron Grand Cru 2021 is an excellent partner for classic dishes such as roast lamb with herbs, beef tenderloin, duck breast, and veal with truffle jus. It also pairs beautifully with game birds, mushroom-based dishes, and aged hard cheeses like Comté or mature Gouda. Serve at 16–18°C to highlight its aromatics and balance; in its youth, a 1–2 hour decant will help the wine open and soften the tannins. As it gains bottle age, a shorter decant purely for aeration will be sufficient, allowing its more nuanced, tertiary bouquet to unfold gradually in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau Rocheyron is a relatively young yet already highly regarded name in Saint-Émilion, reborn when Danish-born winemaker Peter Sisseck – famed for his iconic Pingus in Ribera del Duero – and Spanish entrepreneur Silvio Denz acquired the 7-hectare estate in 2010. The property, long under vine but in need of serious attention, has since been transformed through extensive investment in both vineyard and cellar, and a clear focus on quality over quantity. Sisseck’s return to Bordeaux, where he first trained as a vigneron, has brought a fresh perspective to this historic terroir, combining deep local knowledge with the precision and low-intervention ethos that made him world-famous. 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This is a premium right-bank Bordeaux that unites Spanish-tinged ambition with classic French terroir, giving you depth, polish and real character in the glass. The 7-hectare estate sits on privileged limestone soils near Château Laroque, now undergoing meticulous organic conversion to fully reveal its potential over the coming years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Château Rocheyron Grand Cru 2022 shows a deep, saturated ruby-purple colour with youthful viscosity clinging to the sides of the glass. The nose is layered and expressive: ripe black plum and dark cherry at the core, with notes of blackberry, violet, graphite, and a touch of warm spice from quality oak. Hints of cocoa, tobacco leaf and crushed stone underline its Saint-Émilion origins and the limestone plateau it comes from.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet increasingly refined compared with the estate’s earliest vintages, delivering dense Merlot fruit wrapped in polished, velvety tannins. Expect flavours of black plum, cassis and wild berries, framed by cedar, mocha and a subtle saline, mineral edge. The acidity is fresh enough to keep the generous fruit in perfect balance, leading into a long, precise finish with lingering dark fruit and fine spice. Enjoyable in its youth after a proper decant, the 2022 has the structure and concentration to evolve gracefully for 10–15 years under good cellaring conditions, gaining complexity and tertiary nuances over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Rocheyron lies on the limestone plateau of Saint‑Émilion, on parcels that border the esteemed Château Laroque – land where vines have been cultivated “forever”, as locals like to say. The combination of limestone and clay, good drainage and ideal exposure gives Merlot both richness and a natural, tensile freshness. Under Peter Sisseck’s direction, the vineyard is being converted to organic farming, with intense focus on soil health, low yields and careful canopy management to express terroir rather than sheer power. Harvesting is done by hand, with strict selection of bunches to ensure only perfectly ripe fruit is vinified. Fermentation takes place in temperature‑controlled stainless steel, preserving purity of fruit and aromatic definition, followed by ageing in high‑quality French oak barrels (a proportion previously sourced from Château Faugères), where the wine rests and integrates before bottling. The goal is not maximal extraction or alcohol, but a finely tuned expression of Saint‑Émilion’s finesse and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Rocheyron Grand Cru 2022 is a natural partner for refined yet flavourful dishes such as roast lamb with herbs, entrecôte with jus, duck breast, or classic French fare like boeuf bourguignon. It also pairs beautifully with truffled poultry, mushroom-based dishes, and hard or semi-hard cheeses such as Comté, aged Gouda or mature Manchego. Serve at 16–18 °C to let the aromatics unfold without any sense of heat. For current drinking, decant 1–2 hours before serving to soften the tannins and open up the layered bouquet; as the wine gains bottle age, a shorter, gentle decant to remove sediment will be sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Rocheyron is the joint venture of Danish-born star winemaker Peter Sisseck – famed for Pingus in Ribera del Duero – and Spanish entrepreneur Silvio Denz. When they acquired the 7‑hectare Saint‑Émilion estate in 2009, the vineyards had a long history but the infrastructure and viticulture were in need of a complete rethink. Early vintages were even vinified in borrowed corners of neighbouring cellars while the owners invested heavily in vineyard renewal and top‑class equipment. Today, Rocheyron stands as one of the most closely watched properties in Saint‑Émilion, symbolising a return “home” for Sisseck to the region where he first learned his craft. 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