Dassault Grand Cru Classé Saint-Emilion, 2021

Dassault Grand Cru Classé Saint-Émilion 2021 is a polished Right Bank Bordeaux blend that brings together Merlot’s plush fruit, Cabernet Franc’s lift, and a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon for structure. From one of Saint-Émilion’s respected classified estates, it offers the kind of balance, finesse, and age-worthy character collectors look for in a modern Grand Cru Classé.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the wine is deep ruby with a vivid core, hinting at its youthful energy and concentration. The nose opens with ripe black cherry, plum, and blackberry, layered with violet, cedar, graphite, and subtle spice. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with fine-grained tannins and a fresh, precise line that keeps the fruit lively rather than heavy. Expect dark berries, red plum, tobacco leaf, and mineral nuance on a long, elegant finish. While approachable in its youth with decanting, it should reward cellaring over the next 8–15 years, gaining more complexity and harmony with time.

Production
Produced in the clay-limestone soils of Saint-Émilion, this blend reflects the classic terroir of Bordeaux’s Right Bank, where Merlot typically thrives alongside Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2021 vintage was shaped by a cooler, more demanding growing season, making careful vineyard work and selective harvesting especially important. Vinification is aimed at preserving freshness, aromatic purity, and refined tannin structure, resulting in a wine that emphasizes precision over power.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with roast lamb, duck breast, beef tenderloin, mushroom dishes, and hard cheeses such as Comté or aged Gouda. Serve at 16–18°C, and decant for 1–2 hours if drinking now to allow the aromatics to open and the tannins to soften.

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