{"product_id":"chapelle-dausone-2nd-vin-chateau-ausone-saint-emilion-2019","title":"Chapelle D'ausone 2nd Vin Château Ausone Saint-Emilion, 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eChapelle d'Ausone is the second wine of the legendary Château Ausone, offering a more accessible expression of one of Saint-Émilion’s most coveted estates. From the outstanding 2019 vintage, it combines elegance, depth, and the meticulous craftsmanship associated with this historic property.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, expect a deep ruby color with a polished, youthful brightness. The nose typically shows ripe dark berries, plum, violets, graphite, cedar, and subtle spice, with a fine mineral edge that reflects its Saint-Émilion character.\n\nOn the palate, it is usually medium to full-bodied with silky tannins, fresh acidity, and a layered core of blackcurrant, blackberry, and savory notes. The 2019 vintage suggests excellent balance and precision, with the structure to age gracefully for several years, gaining complexity and finesse over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChapelle d'Ausone comes from vineyards associated with Château Ausone in Saint-Émilion, an area known for its limestone-rich soils and exceptional terroir. The estate is known for highly selective harvesting, with fruit chosen carefully to preserve purity and finesse, followed by traditional vinification and élevage in oak to build texture and complexity.\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, and mushroom dishes. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decant for about 1 hour if drinking young to allow the aromatics and structure to open fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Ausone is one of the most prestigious names in Bordeaux and a historic reference point in Saint-Émilion. Its second wine, Chapelle d'Ausone, reflects the same exacting standards and attention to detail, offering wine lovers a chance to experience the estate’s style in a more approachable form. The property is widely admired for its consistency, rarity, and outstanding critical reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chapelle D'ausone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252467388753,"sku":"MS-79019","price":207.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/79019.png?v=1783444769","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/chapelle-dausone-2nd-vin-chateau-ausone-saint-emilion-2019","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}