Dassault Grand Cru Classé Saint-Emilion, 2020

Dassault Grand Cru Classé Saint-Émilion 2020 is a polished Bordeaux blend from one of Saint-Émilion’s respected classified estates. Led by Merlot and supported by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, it combines generous fruit, structure, and finesse in a style that reflects the best of the appellation.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it typically shows a deep ruby colour with youthful intensity. The nose is expected to lean toward ripe black cherry, plum, and blackberry, layered with subtle notes of violet, cedar, graphite, and spice. On the palate, this vintage should feel rounded and supple, with Merlot giving richness and early appeal while Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon add freshness, precision, and backbone. The finish is usually long and refined, with well-integrated tannins and the balance to age gracefully for several years, developing more complexity over time.

Production
Dassault is based in Saint-Émilion, where the clay and limestone soils help preserve freshness while supporting the ripening of Merlot. The 2020 vintage would have benefited from the warm Bordeaux growing season, with careful vineyard selection and harvest decisions essential to maintaining balance and detail. Vinification is typically aimed at highlighting the purity of fruit, structure, and the elegant house style associated with Grand Cru Classé wines.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, mushroom dishes, and hard cheeses. Serve at around 16-18°C, and consider decanting for 1-2 hours if drinking young to help the aromatics open and the tannins soften.

Producer
Dassault is an established Saint-Émilion producer with a strong reputation in Bordeaux’s right bank. Known for combining tradition with precision viticulture and modern cellar work, the estate has earned recognition for consistently producing refined, classically styled wines that express the character of the appellation.

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