{"product_id":"la-tour-du-seme-1er-grand-cru-b-classe-saint-emilion-2016","title":"La Tour Du Seme 1er Grand Cru B Classé Saint-Emilion, 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003eLa Tour Du Seme 1er Grand Cru Classé from Saint-Émilion offers the kind of refined Bordeaux character collectors and enthusiasts look for: depth, structure, and a sense of place. From the highly regarded 2016 vintage, it reflects the finesse and balance that have made Saint-Émilion one of Bordeaux’s most celebrated appellations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this wine is typically deep ruby in color, with the concentration and elegance expected from a top Saint-Émilion cru. The bouquet often opens with ripe black cherry, plum, cedar, graphite, and subtle floral and spice notes, layered with hints of tobacco and earth.\n\nOn the palate, it should be medium- to full-bodied, with polished tannins, fresh acidity, and a focused core of dark fruit. The 2016 vintage is known for delivering both power and freshness, suggesting excellent balance and strong aging potential over the coming years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, a region known for limestone and clay soils that help Cabernet Franc and Merlot thrive, this wine likely benefits from the area’s distinctive terroir and temperate Atlantic-influenced climate. Harvesting in premium Bordeaux estates is typically carried out parcel by parcel at optimal ripeness, followed by careful sorting and traditional vinification aimed at preserving purity, structure, and vineyard expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis style of Saint-Émilion pairs beautifully with roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, mushroom dishes, and hard cheeses such as Comté or aged cheddar. Serve at around 16–18°C and decant for about 1–2 hours if drinking young, to allow the wine to fully open and soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLa Tour Du Seme is associated with the prestigious Saint-Émilion classification, a benchmark of quality in Bordeaux and an important marker of the estate’s reputation. While detailed producer history is not provided here, its 1er Grand Cru Classé status places it among the appellation’s most respected names, recognized for quality, age-worthiness, and regional significance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Tour Du Seme","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252621431121,"sku":"MS-82431","price":35.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/82431.png?v=1783445443","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/la-tour-du-seme-1er-grand-cru-b-classe-saint-emilion-2016","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}