{"product_id":"charmail-cru-bourgeois-exceptionnel-haut-medoc-2022","title":"Charmail Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel Haut-Médoc, 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eCharmail Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel Haut-Médoc 2022 is a polished Bordeaux from one of the Médoc’s most respected estates, offering the depth and structure collectors expect from the region with the approachability of a modern vintage. Classified as Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel, it stands out for its balance, finesse, and clear sense of place in the Haut-Médoc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it typically shows a deep ruby core with youthful purple highlights. The nose is likely to unfold with aromas of blackcurrant, plum, cedar, graphite, and subtle spice, supported by hints of violet and toasted oak.\n\nOn the palate, expect a medium-to-full-bodied wine with firm yet refined tannins, fresh acidity, and a concentrated core of dark fruit. The finish should be long and savory, with the structure to age gracefully over the next 8 to 15 years, and likely longer in a good cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in the Haut-Médoc, the wine reflects the classic gravelly and clay-limestone soils of the left bank, which help deliver ripeness, freshness, and structure in equal measure. Grapes are typically harvested with care to ensure optimal maturity, then vinified in Bordeaux style with parcel selection, controlled fermentation, and maturation in oak to build texture, complexity, and age-worthiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an excellent partner for roasted lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, game birds, or mushroom-based dishes. Serve at 16–18°C and, if possible, decant for about 1 hour to allow the wine to open up and show its full aromatic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCharmail is a well-regarded Haut-Médoc estate with a strong reputation for producing reliably elegant, classically styled Bordeaux. Its status as a Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel highlights both the quality of the vineyard and the consistency of the estate’s work over time, making it one of the notable names in the Médoc’s modern hierarchy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charmail","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252453298513,"sku":"MS-78839","price":39.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/78839.png?v=1783444707","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/charmail-cru-bourgeois-exceptionnel-haut-medoc-2022","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}