Château Carbonnieux, Pessac-Léognan 2018

Château Carbonnieux 2018 is a refined red Grand Vin from Pessac-Léognan, combining generous ripe fruit with the freshness and structured tannins characteristic of the appellation. Its long history stretches back to 1234, when the vineyards were cultivated by Benedictine monks, while the estate’s distinctive scallop-shell emblem helped make Carbonnieux famous well beyond Bordeaux.

Tasting Notes
The wine displays a deep purplish-red colour. On the nose, it is expressive and fruit-driven, offering an inviting impression of ripe dark fruit. The palate begins with freshness before developing into a well-balanced tannic structure. Full-bodied, rounded and polished, it finishes with notable length and depth. Although already approachable with decanting, the 2018 has the concentration, balance and oak maturation to develop further in bottle. Its Grand Vin character suggests rewarding cellaring over the medium to long term, with the fruit and tannins expected to become increasingly integrated with age.

Production
The wine comes from Château Carbonnieux in Pessac-Léognan, a historic Bordeaux appellation known for producing structured, elegant reds. The available information does not specify the individual grape varieties or harvesting method, but the finished wine has been matured for 16–18 months in oak barrels, 35% of which are new. This élevage contributes depth and texture while preserving the wine’s fresh, fruit-led character.

Food & Serving
Serve at approximately 16–18°C after allowing the bottle to come gently to temperature. A decanting period of around 1–2 hours is recommended, particularly when enjoyed young, to soften the tannins and open the aromas. It is an excellent partner for grilled meats, rich stews and other slow-cooked dishes, while its structure also complements tuna, mature cheeses and dark chocolate desserts.

Producer
Château Carbonnieux has been associated with winemaking in Léognan since the Middle Ages. After changing hands several times following the French Revolution and the devastation caused by phylloxera, the estate was acquired by the Perrin family in 1956. Marc Perrin replanted the vineyards and expanded the property to 95 hectares, while his son Anthony introduced a new cellar and modern winemaking techniques. Today, Eric, Christine and Philibert Perrin continue the family tradition, and the estate remains one of the historic names of Pessac-Léognan—an appellation officially established in 1987.

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