Poujeaux

Located in the heart of the Medoc, between Margaux and Saint-Julien, the Moulis appellation benefits from an exceptional terroir. Chateau Poujeaux has an uninterrupted vineyard of 52 hectares planted on the finest outcrops of Gunz gravel, the ideal soil for the Great Classified Growths of the region. Planting at Chateau Poujeaux consists of the four traditional and perfectly complementary grape varieties, Cabernet-Sauvignon the predominant variety in the Medoc, produces a powerful wine with a bright, lively colour. Merlot with its superb roundness, brings the firm, mellow bouquet, while the Cabernet-Franc , planted at Poujeaux in some of the finest plots, adds that touch of sophistication. Finally, Petit-Verdot brings elegance, with a full-bodied, strong-coloured wine, rich in tannin. This blend ensures the richness and harmony of each vintage. (12 x 75 cl)

Dating back to the 16th century this Chateau has had a colourful past and since 1921 it has been owned by the Theil family with brothers Philippe and François running it today. The vat-room at Château Poujeaux houses wooden vats, epoxy-resin lined concrete vats and stainless steel vats. They are all thermo-regulated to control the vinification temperature. The tannins in Château Poujeaux wines are always excellent, and deserve the concentration, which explains the length of fermentation and maceration . The ageing cellar at Château Poujeaux currently contains some 1,200 oak barrels. Half of them are renewed every year. 12 months of barrel-ageing gives the wine great depth as well as Château Poujeaux commitment to not filtering or refrigerating, the wine and therefore keeping all its richness. Clarification by racking from barrel to barrel, and fining with egg whites have produced a wine with a deep ruby red colour and a good fruity aromas of black berry fruits. Soft and supple with a long finish it will develop from further ageing. Available in the Original Wooden Case. (12 x 75 cl)

Original wooden case (12 x 75 cl)

Located in the heart of the Medoc, between Margaux and Saint-Julien, the Moulis appellation benefits from an exceptional terroir. Chateau Poujeaux has an uninterrupted vineyard of 52 hectares planted on the finest outcrops of Gunz gravel, the ideal soil for the Great Classified Growths of the region. Planting at Chateau Poujeaux consists of the four traditional and perfectly complementary grape varieties, Cabernet-Sauvignon the predominant variety in the Medoc, produces a powerful wine with a bright, lively colour. Merlot with its superb roundness, brings the firm, mellow bouquet, while the Cabernet-Franc , planted at Poujeaux in some of the finest plots, adds that touch of sophistication. Finally, Petit-Verdot brings elegance, with a full-bodied, strong-coloured wine, rich in tannin. This blend ensures the richness and harmony of each vintage. (6 x 75 cl)

Located in the heart of the Medoc, between Margaux and Saint-Julien, the Moulis appellation benefits from an exceptional terroir. Chateau Poujeaux has an uninterrupted vineyard of 52 hectares planted on the finest outcrops of Gunz gravel, the ideal soil for the Great Classified Growths of the region. Planting at Chateau Poujeaux consists of the four traditional and perfectly complementary grape varieties, Cabernet-Sauvignon the predominant variety in the Medoc, produces a powerful wine with a bright, lively colour. Merlot with its superb roundness, brings the firm, mellow bouquet, while the Cabernet-Franc , planted at Poujeaux in some of the finest plots, adds that touch of sophistication. Finally, Petit-Verdot brings elegance, with a full-bodied, strong-coloured wine, rich in tannin. This blend ensures the richness and harmony of each vintage. (6 x 75 cl)

Original wooden case (12 x 75 cl)

The wines from Chateau Poujeaux always come with a deep, strong colour. The subtle aromas, the soft, mellow tannins are never aggressive, even in the young wine. The wines are characterised by their power, charm, elegance and character with success the result of the stringent selection of the vats, and of expertise acquired over three generations, duly rewarded twice by winning the Cru Bourgeois Cup. (12 x 75 cl)

La Tour Carnet is a 4 eme class growth incorporating 125 ha estate where the vineyards, cover approximately 48 ha, are an average of 24 years old. The property is made up of 50% Cabernet sauvignon, 39% Merlot and 11% Cabernet Franc. The grape harvest is picked manually and transported in small cages from 25 to 30 kg. The grapes are then sorted on table in the wine storehouse by hand. Fermentation lasts 8 to 9 days and the maceration lasts aproximately 25 to 30 days. Regular reassemblies ensure a permanent contact between the skin and the grape juice. Punctuated by frequent rackings, ageing lasts around 18 months, in barrels 50% new each vintage. Original wooden case (12 x 75 cl)

Château Poujeaux is a leading Cru Bourgeois property that consistently produces wines of Grand Cru Classé quality. Poujeaux is located in the commune of Moulis and can trace its history back to the 16th century. It has been owned and run since 1921 by the Theil family and today it is brothers Philippe and François who are at the helm. Poujeaux's 52-hectare vineyard is located in a single plot on a well-sited gravel ridge just outside the village of Poujeaux. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon , Merlot , Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot .

Chateau Poujeaux Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel Moulis from France, Bordeaux, Moulis by Chateau Poujeaux (6 x 1.5 Litres)