2021 Château Croix de Labrie Saint-Émilion Grand Cru

2021 Château Croix de Labrie Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is a refined expression of Bordeaux from one of the region’s most characterful appellations. Built around elegance, precision, and the clay-limestone identity of Saint-Émilion, it offers the appeal of a small, quality-driven château with a strong sense of place.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, expect a deep ruby colour with youthful intensity. The nose typically leans toward ripe black cherry, plum, violets, cedar, and subtle spice, with a hint of mineral freshness that reflects the Saint-Émilion terroir. On the palate, the wine should feel polished and balanced, with supple tannins, fresh acidity, and a core of dark fruit framed by oak spice and earthy nuance. It is made for medium-term cellaring, and while approachable in its youth, it should gain additional complexity over the next 5–10 years.

Production
Saint-Émilion’s clay and limestone soils help give the wine structure, freshness, and aromatic lift, while the Bordeaux climate supports even ripening in a relatively cool Atlantic-influenced environment. Exact grape composition and vinification details are not provided, but wines from this appellation are typically hand-harvested and crafted with careful parcel selection and attentive ageing in oak to preserve finesse and site expression.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with roast lamb, duck breast, beef tenderloin, mushroom dishes, and hard cheeses such as Comté or aged Manchego. Serve at 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 30–60 minutes if opening young to help the aromas open up and soften the tannins.

Producer
Château Croix de Labrie is a small, quality-focused estate in Saint-Émilion known for producing wines that emphasize concentration, elegance, and terroir expression. As part of one of Bordeaux’s most prestigious right-bank regions, the château contributes to the reputation of Saint-Émilion Grand Cru for wines of distinction and aging potential.

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