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Chateau Le Crock 2017

Red Wine from Bordeaux, France

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Wine Spectator
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James Suckling

$85.00

$79.00

Size: 750 ml

ABV: 14.0%

Producer: Chateau Le Crock

Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot

Chateau Le Crock 2017 is a refined Saint-Estephe red Bordeaux, blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. It offers elegant aromas of dark berries, cedar, and spice, with a structured palate, smooth tannins, and a lingering finish. Perfect for cellaring or enjoying now.

Profile:

Nose: Aromas of blackberry, cassis, cedar, and subtle floral hints.

Palate: Full-bodied with firm tannins and flavors of black plum, dark cherry, and earthy minerality, balanced with oak spice.

Finish: Long and persistent, with a smooth tannic structure and elegant acidity.

Food Pairing: Grilled meats, game dishes, and aged cheeses.

What’s In It: 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot

How It Was Made:

Soils: Garonnaises gravel, sandy-clay subsoil