Château Grand Corbin Despagne 2022 75cl – Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé Bio

Description

Discover the Château Grand Corbin-Despagne 2022, a Grand Cru Classé from Saint-Émilion, certified organic since 2013. Located on the northern edge of the appellation, bordering Pomerol, this family estate founded in 1812 benefits from unique soils of clay, ancient sands, and iron deposits. The 2022 vintage reveals the full elegance and depth of this historic vineyard.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep red with garnet highlights.
• Nose: Ripe red and black fruits, with floral, spicy, and licorice notes.
• Palate: Velvety texture, elegant tannins, fine freshness, and harmonious balance.

Characteristics

• Vintage: 2022
• Appellation: Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé
• Certification: Organic farming (Qualisud FR-BIO-16), conversion to biodynamics
• Surface: 28.79 ha
• Grape varieties: 75% Merlot, 24% Cabernet Franc, 1% Cabernet Sauvignon
• Harvest: Handpicked, with 5 successive selections
• Vinification: Pumping over, rack-and-return, punching down, fermentation at 28 °C
• Ageing: 21 months, 50% new barrels, 40% one-wine barrels, 10% amphorae
• Yield: 36 hl/ha
• Alcohol: 14.5% vol

Food Pairing

Perfect with grilled red meats, game, a selection of matured cheeses, or refined gastronomy.

Cellaring Potential

10 to 20 years, depending on storage conditions.

Allergens

Contains sulphites.