{"product_id":"ausone-2015-dbmg-3-l","title":"Château Ausone 2015 DBMG","description":"\u003cp\u003eAusone 2015 in Double Magnum (3 L) is a monumental expression of Saint-Émilion, captured in a format made for long aging and truly special occasions. This legendary vintage combines equal parts Cabernet Franc and Merlot, creating a wine of great depth, purity and finesse. In DBMG, the slow, graceful evolution in bottle offers an even more refined and complex experience over decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2015 Ausone shows a deep, opaque garnet-purple hue that clings to the sides with remarkable density. The nose is intensely perfumed and layered, opening with plum compote, wild blueberries and black cherry pie, followed by a cascade of rose petals, licorice, cedar chest, baking chocolate and new leather, with subtle hints of Indian spice and forest floor emerging with air.\n\nOn the palate, this is a large-scale, opulent wine, yet impeccably balanced. Ripe blue and black fruits are wrapped in very firm, ultra-fine tannins that feel almost powdery in texture. There is a vibrant line of freshness that keeps the richness in check and draws the flavors out into a very long, complex finish, laced with exotic spice, cocoa and earthy nuances. In Double Magnum, the 2015 has formidable aging potential—expect it to develop beautifully for 30–50 years or more, gaining tertiary notes of truffle, tobacco, dried flowers and savory complexity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Ausone sits on Saint-Émilion’s famed limestone slopes, where the thin clay-limestone soils and excellent drainage naturally limit yields and give the wines their signature tension, minerality and aromatic intensity. The vineyard, planted primarily to old-vine Cabernet Franc and Merlot, is farmed with great precision, and harvesting is carried out by hand in small, carefully selected passes to ensure optimal ripeness for each parcel. The 2015 blend is 50% Cabernet Franc and 50% Merlot, fermented in temperature-controlled vats before being aged for 20 months in French oak barrels, around 85% of which are new. This meticulous élevage polishes the tannins and adds subtle notes of spice, cedar and cocoa without overwhelming the purity of fruit or the character of the limestone terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAusone 2015 DBMG deserves the finest dishes and a leisurely meal. It pairs beautifully with roasted or grilled lamb, dry-aged beef, venison, or other game, as well as rich dishes featuring truffles, wild mushrooms, or slow-braised short ribs. On the more classic side, try it with roast pigeon, duck, or a well-crafted beef Wellington, and mature hard cheeses such as Comté or aged Gouda. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) and allow ample time for aeration; for a Double Magnum, decanting 2–4 hours before serving is recommended in its youth. As the wine matures, decant more gently and for a shorter period, primarily to separate it from any deposit rather than to open the bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Ausone is one of Bordeaux’s most revered estates and a cornerstone of Saint-Émilion’s identity. Classified as Premier Grand Cru Classé A, it takes its name from the Roman poet Ausonius, reflecting the property’s ancient roots on these limestone slopes. With a small vineyard, an unusually high proportion of old-vine Cabernet Franc, and a long-standing reputation for ageworthy, artisanal wines, Ausone produces some of the rarest and most sought-after bottles on the Right Bank. Its consistently high critical acclaim and the remarkable longevity of its wines have cemented Ausone’s status as one of the greatest châteaux not only in Saint-Émilion, but in all of Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Ausone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54253009142097,"sku":"PS-8006074007752","price":4368.16,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/AUSONE_9d40eec2-74b8-41d3-8219-f114beae58c3.png?v=1783448616","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/ausone-2015-dbmg-3-l","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}