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Château Jarnin Best

2012 Castillon Cotes De Bordeaux Merlot, Cabernet Franc

Chateau Joanin Becot Château Jarnin Best is a stunning red wine that beautifully encapsulates the character of the Castillon Côtes De Bordeaux region. This Bordeaux blend, comprised predominantly of Merlot and accented by Cabernet Franc, presents a graceful harmony of flavors. The wine exhibits a full-bodied quality, offering a luscious mouthfeel that envelops the palate. Its vibrant acidity delivers a refreshing brightness, perfectly balancing the layers of fruit intensity that unfold with hints of ripe black cherry and dark plum. Notable tannins give the wine structure, contributing to its firm yet elegant profile. This 2012 vintage boasts a dry finish, allowing for a seamless interplay of flavors that invites contemplation and enjoyment. Overall, it is an exceptional example of Bordeaux winemaking that is both approachable and complex.

Tasting notes:


Cherry

Cherry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Duck Breast, Roasted Lamb

Region:


Bordeaux
Bordeaux

Probably the world's most famous wine region, Bordeaux is a true powerhouse of French quality. While Bordeaux is home to some of the country's most expensive bottles, it is also possible to find great-value wines from small producers. Almost all red and white wines from Bordeaux are blends. Reds tend to be a mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. But just as important as the blends are the quality of the region's terroir and unique winemaking techniques. The Bordeaux region is divided by the Gironde River into two main parts. Cabernet Sauvignon reigns supreme on the Left Bank, while Merlot dominates the Right Bank. White wines are usually a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon.

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