{"product_id":"ausone-2010-dbmg-3-l","title":"Château Ausone 2010 DBMG","description":"\u003cp\u003eAusone 2010 in double magnum (3L) is a rare and highly collectible expression of one of Saint-Émilion’s most revered Premier Grand Cru Classé A estates. Bottled in large format for extended, graceful aging, this wine encapsulates the incredible structure, precision and depth that made 2010 one of Bordeaux’s greatest modern vintages. A benchmark right-bank claret, it combines classical elegance with striking concentration and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2010 Ausone shows a deep garnet to opaque ruby core with a faint brick rim beginning to form, signaling both concentration and early development. The nose is layered and intense: aromas of warm leather, iron and graphite mingle with savory notes of Marmite-toast, charcuterie and dried herbs, alongside dark plums, prunes and a subtle medicinal edge.\n\nOn the palate, this is full-bodied and powerful yet remarkably precise, driven by a vivid, very fresh line of acidity that keeps the wine vibrant and focused. The tannins are firm, chewy and beautifully polished, framing ripe black and blue fruits, licorice, dried flowers and hints of tobacco and mineral-laced earth. The finish is extremely long, with an herbal lift and a lingering saline, ferrous complexity that speaks clearly of Ausone’s limestone terroir. In a 3L double magnum, the wine evolves more slowly than in standard bottles; while already compelling, it still has decades ahead of it. Properly cellared, this format should comfortably age and improve for 30–40+ years from vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Ausone sits on a steep, limestone-rich slope just outside the town of Saint-Émilion, on some of the most prized terroir on the Right Bank. The vineyard, planted predominantly to Cabernet Franc with a significant proportion of Merlot, benefits from thin clay-limestone soils over solid rock, excellent drainage and a moderating microclimate that encourages slow, even ripening. Harvest is carried out by hand in small parcels, allowing precise selection of only the healthiest, perfectly ripe berries. In the cellar, Ausone employs meticulous, small-batch vinification: fermentation typically takes place in temperature-controlled vats, followed by élevage in a high proportion of new French oak barrels to shape the wine’s structure, refine its tannins and build layers of complexity. The 2010 was crafted with exceptional care, resulting in a wine of great density, balance and longevity, further enhanced by the slow-aging double magnum format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis powerful yet refined Saint-Émilion is at its best alongside richly flavored, savory dishes that can stand up to its structure and complexity. Think dry-aged ribeye or côte de boeuf, roast lamb with rosemary and garlic, venison or other game, duck breast, or slow-braised beef and veal. Earthy accompaniments—such as truffle-infused dishes, wild mushrooms, lentils, or root vegetables—highlight its mineral and herbal nuances, while aged hard cheeses like Comté or mature cheddar make for a superb pairing. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F); given the wine’s youth in this format, a long decant is recommended—2 to 4 hours or more—to fully unfurl its aromatics and soften the tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Ausone is one of Bordeaux’s most storied and sought-after estates, named after the Roman poet Ausonius, who is believed to have had vineyards in the area some 1,700 years ago. Classified as Premier Grand Cru Classé A in Saint-Émilion, it sits at the very top tier of the appellation, alongside only a handful of other châteaux. With a small vineyard holding and very limited production, Ausone has long focused on meticulous viticulture and artisanal winemaking, leaning on its enviable limestone terroir and a high proportion of old-vine Cabernet Franc. Over the past decades, the estate has earned a reputation for producing some of the most long-lived and profound wines of the Right Bank, with vintages like 2010 frequently cited by critics and collectors as modern legends.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252370395473,"sku":"PS-8006073712840","price":7330.86,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/AUSONE_1a2837e7-0499-41ab-bde2-f7ac5fc30c1a.png?v=1783444349","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/ausone-2010-dbmg-3-l","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}