Description
Château Crabitey Graves Rouge presents a dark cherry color with nice ruby ??glints. The nose is fresh, revealing a wide range of red fruit aromas, along with a mellow and elegant oak presence. The mouth is powerful and round, supported by smooth and subtle tannins. The wine reveals a good length on the palate, with fruity and slightly oaky notes.
Specifications
Appellation
Graves
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot and 6% Petit Verdot
Age of vines
30 years average
Agricultural Practices
Sustainable
Soil type
River Garonne Gravel on clay veins
Vinification
Complete destemming. Cold maceration for 3 to 4 days, then vinification in stainless steel vats. Average fermentation temperature 72°F to 80°F. Maceration for about 20 days at 86°F. Aging in French oak barrels (1/3 new) for 12 months. No filtration before bottling.
Production
8,250 (9-liter cases)
Pairings
grilled lamb, beef stroganoff and hard cheeses
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