{"product_id":"saint-pierre-4eme-grand-cru-classe-saint-julien-2018-1","title":"Saint Pierre 4ème Grand Cru Classé Saint-Julien, 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eSaint Pierre 2018 is a classic Saint-Julien Bordeaux from one of the appellation’s most respected estates, combining power, polish, and remarkable finesse. As a 4ème Grand Cru Classé, it carries the heritage of the 1855 classification while delivering the kind of precision and depth that Bordeaux lovers look for in a serious Left Bank wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it typically shows a deep ruby core with a refined garnet edge, hinting at both concentration and elegance. The nose is layered and expressive, with blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, graphite, tobacco, and subtle floral notes, supported by well-integrated oak and a touch of spice.\n\nOn the palate, this is a structured yet graceful wine, with ripe dark fruit, firm but polished tannins, and the savory, mineral character that Saint-Julien is known for. Cabernet Sauvignon provides backbone and length, while Merlot adds texture and Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot contribute lift and complexity. The 2018 vintage should age beautifully for years to come, developing more earthy, truffle-like nuances with cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSaint Pierre is sourced from gravel-rich soils in Saint-Julien, where excellent drainage and the maritime climate of Bordeaux help produce balanced, terroir-driven wines. The estate typically relies on careful hand harvesting and parcel-by-parcel selection to preserve fruit quality, followed by traditional Bordeaux vinification with temperature-controlled fermentation and maturation in French oak to build structure and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal with roast lamb, grilled ribeye, duck breast, beef Wellington, or game dishes such as venison. Serve at 16–18°C and consider decanting for 1–2 hours if opening young, as this will help the aromas unfold and soften the tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Saint-Pierre is one of the smallest classified growths in Saint-Julien, yet it has long been admired for producing wines of exceptional consistency and class. Reestablished in the modern era after a complex historical legacy, the estate has earned a strong reputation among Bordeaux enthusiasts for crafting elegant, age-worthy wines that reflect both the refinement of the appellation and the pedigree of its 1855 Grand Cru Classé status.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saint Pierre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255012577617,"sku":"MS-57344","price":73.07,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/57344.png?v=1783455623","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/saint-pierre-4eme-grand-cru-classe-saint-julien-2018-1","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}