2016

Clarendelle Medoc

Clarendelle Medoc, Inspired by Haut-Brion, is a delicate and elegant red wine. Like the great Medocs, often quite tannic when young, it becomes more balanced with age. Clarendelle Medoc, Inspired by Haut-Brion, is a subtle blend of two traditional grape varieties from Bordeaux: Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. We find in this wine all the complexity and character of its terroir.

Tasting notes

This is one of the best vintages in recent years in the Médoc since the weather was conducive to slow, complete ripening of Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is also characterised by particularly superb Merlot. The colour is quite deep and the wine has a concentrated bouquet with hints of black cherries.

This fruity freshness is also found on the palate, along with oaky nuances. Featuring a delicate tannic structure, these wines are well-balanced, elegant, delicious, full-bodied, and powerful.

Climate

The wet winter and spring gave way to a long period of drought which lasted all summer. An Indian summer arrived after a brief rainy period in mid-September that was highly desirable at the end of ripening. The month of October was particularly dry. Cool night-time temperatures combined with warm days resulted in deeply-coloured wines that are also fresh and fruity. 2016 was a year of paradoxes that accounts for this beautiful vintage.

A few figures

  • Grapes varieties

    51 % Merlot
    49 % Cabernet Sauvignon

  • Alcohol by volume

    14°

Choose your vintage

2019 2018 2016 2014