Dulong HAUT DE SAINT ESTEPHE Saint Estephe Bordeaux
Where it's from:
France, Bordeaux, St-Estephe
Price per case:
£139.29
Style:
Powerful Reds
Description:
Of all the Haut Medoc wines, those from St Estephe are probably the slowest to mature being tannic and often unapproachable when young, but developing into full robust clarets with age; although this is slowly changing as more softer Merlot is planted. St Estephe's stars include Cos d'Estournel, Cissac, Calon Segur and Chateau Meyney.
Region:
France, Bordeaux, St-Estephe
Producer:
Dulong
Product ID:
47037
Chateau de Pez Cru Bourgeois SaintEstephe Description: The domaine of Pez, created in the 15th century, is, along with Calon, the oldest in SaintEstephe. In 1452, squire Jean de Briscos ruled the estate: in 1526 the nobleman Ducos was master, followed by Jean de Pontac in 1585. The Pontac family, who likewise created Haut Brion, gave Pez its vineyards. The property remained in the hands of descendants... the marquis d'Aulede and count de Fumel, until the French Revolution. Sold as a property of the state, the domaine belonged to the Tarteiron and Dousson families in succession. It was purchased in 1995 by Champagne Louis Roederer. Chateau de Pez is located west of the town of SaintEstephe, the estate consists of 30 continuous hectares, with 24 hectares under vine, planted to prime grape varieties, mainly Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The Chateau de Pez winery remains resolutely faithful to wood. The blend is composed in December, then the wine is stored on barrels and racked every 3 months. After approx. 1 year, roughly midway through the maturation process, the wine is fined using fresh egg whites. It is to be noted that the wine undergoes absolutely no filtration. Chateau de Pez exhibits deep colour and harmonious composition. This complete, rich, dense wine merits ageing. Thanks to the quality of its production, Chateau de Pez is counted amongst the most highly reputed crus of the Medoc. Deep, opaque ruby hue. Forward, opulent spice box, black fruit and mineral aromas. A lush entry leads to a moderately full bodied palate with velvety tannins. Supple and hedonistic with very good flavor intensity. Grippy finish. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £349.67
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Description: The domain of Pez, created in the 15th century, is, with Calon Segur, one of the oldest in Saint-Estephe. In 1452, Squire Jean de Briscos ruled the estate followed in time by Jean de Pontac in 1585. The Pontac family, who also created Haut-Brion, gave Pez its vineyards. The property remained in the hands of their descendents until the French Revolution after which it was sold as a property of the State. When Louis Roederer bought it in 1995 they immediately set about improving the vineyards and cellars. 1996 was the first vintage fully made under the new ownership, and quality has been improving ever since. Chateau de Pez is located west of the town of SaintEstephe, the estate consists of 30 continuous hectares, with 24 hectares under vine, planted to prime grape varieties, mainly Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The Chateau de Pez winery remains resolutely faithful to wood. The blend is composed in December, then the wine is stored on barrels and racked every 3 months. After approximately 1 year, roughly midway through the maturation process, the wine is fined using fresh egg whites. It is to be noted that the wine undergoes absolutely no filtration. A lovely, fairly sustained colour with light crimson highlights and subtle orangey tones suggesting the beginnings of evolution. The nose is Very fruity initially, then after a brief airing reveals traces of lush, ripe fruits mingled with aromas of toast and Virginia tobacco. The Palate is Elegant and supple with a rounded, supple attack. Impressive, fairly tight-grained tannins but with the softness to be expected from such a hot vintage. The alcohol content creates an impression of fatness, leaving the palate with an unusually ‘sweet’ sensation. The finish is so wonderfully rounded that you could easily mistake this for a wine from a hot terroir if you did not know otherwise. Rather atypical in style, but with that immense framework characteristic of a great Médoc. Chateau de Pez exhibits deep colour and harmonious composition. This complete, rich, dense wine merits ageing. Thanks to the quality of its production, Chateau de Pez is counted amongst the most highly reputed crus of the Medoc. Deep, opaque ruby hue. Forward, opulent spice box, black fruit and mineral aromas. A lush entry leads to a moderately full bodied palate with velvety tannins. Supple and hedonistic with very good flavour intensity. Grippy finish. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £320.37
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Description: The domain of Pez, created in the 15th century, is, with Calon Segur, one of the oldest in Saint-Estephe. In 1452, Squire Jean de Briscos ruled the estate followed in time by Jean de Pontac in 1585. The Pontac family, who also created Haut-Brion, gave Pez its vineyards. The property remained in the hands of their descendents until the French Revolution after which it was sold as a property of the State. When Louis Roederer bought it in 1995 they immediately set about improving the vineyards and cellars. 1996 was the first vintage fully made under the new ownership, and quality has been improving ever since. Chateau de Pez is located west of the town of SaintEstephe, the estate consists of 30 continuous hectares, with 24 hectares under vine, planted to prime grape varieties, mainly Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The Chateau de Pez winery remains resolutely faithful to wood. The blend is composed in December, then the wine is stored on barrels and racked every 3 months. After approximately 1 year, roughly midway through the maturation process, the wine is fined using fresh egg whites. It is to be noted that the wine undergoes absolutely no filtration. A lovely, fairly sustained colour with light crimson highlights and subtle orangey tones suggesting the beginnings of evolution. The nose is Very fruity initially, then after a brief airing reveals traces of lush, ripe fruits mingled with aromas of toast and Virginia tobacco. The Palate is Elegant and supple with a rounded, supple attack. Impressive, fairly tight-grained tannins but with the softness to be expected from such a hot vintage. The alcohol content creates an impression of fatness, leaving the palate with an unusually ‘sweet’ sensation. The finish is so wonderfully rounded that you could easily mistake this for a wine from a hot terroir if you did not know otherwise. Rather atypical in style, but with that immense framework characteristic of a great Medoc. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £320.37
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Chateau de Pez Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnal SaintEstephe Description: The domain of Pez, created in the 15th century, is, with Calon Segur, one of the oldest in Saint-Estephe. In 1452, Squire Jean de Briscos ruled the estate followed in time by Jean de Pontac in 1585. The Pontac family, who also created Haut-Brion, gave Pez its vineyards. The property remained in the hands of their descendents until the French Revolution after which it was sold as a property of the State. When Louis Roederer bought it in 1995 they immediately set about improving the vineyards and cellars. 1996 was the first vintage fully made under the new ownership, and quality has been improving ever since. Chateau de Pez is located west of the town of SaintEstephe, the estate consists of 30 continuous hectares, with 24 hectares under vine, planted to prime grape varieties, mainly Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The Chateau de Pez winery remains resolutely faithful to wood. The blend is composed in December, then the wine is stored on barrels and racked every 3 months. After approximately 1 year, roughly midway through the maturation process, the wine is fined using fresh egg whites. It is to be noted that the wine undergoes absolutely no filtration. A lovely, fairly sustained colour with light crimson highlights and subtle orangey tones suggesting the beginnings of evolution. The nose is Very fruity initially, then after a brief airing reveals traces of lush, ripe fruits mingled with aromas of toast and Virginia tobacco. The Palate is Elegant and supple with a rounded, supple attack. Impressive, fairly tight-grained tannins but with the softness to be expected from such a hot vintage. The alcohol content creates an impression of fatness, leaving the palate with an unusually 'sweet' sensation. The finish is so wonderfully rounded that you could easily mistake this for a wine from a hot terroir if you did not know otherwise. Rather atypical in style, but with that immense framework characteristic of a great Medoc. Available in 37.5 cl Half Bottles. (12 x 37.5 cl) Price: £331.48
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Chateau de Pez Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnal SaintEstephe Description: The domain of Pez, created in the 15th century, is, with Calon Segur, one of the oldest in Saint-Estephe. In 1452, Squire Jean de Briscos ruled the estate followed in time by Jean de Pontac in 1585. The Pontac family, who also created Haut-Brion, gave Pez its vineyards. The property remained in the hands of their descendents until the French Revolution after which it was sold as a property of the State. When Louis Roederer bought it in 1995 they immediately set about improving the vineyards and cellars. 1996 was the first vintage fully made under the new ownership, and quality has been improving ever since. Chateau de Pez is located west of the town of SaintEstephe, the estate consists of 30 continuous hectares, with 24 hectares under vine, planted to prime grape varieties, mainly Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The Chateau de Pez winery remains resolutely faithful to wood. The blend is composed in December, then the wine is stored on barrels and racked every 3 months. After approximately 1 year, roughly midway through the maturation process, the wine is fined using fresh egg whites. It is to be noted that the wine undergoes absolutely no filtration. A lovely, fairly sustained colour with light crimson highlights and subtle orangey tones suggesting the beginnings of evolution. The nose is Very fruity initially, then after a brief airing reveals traces of lush, ripe fruits mingled with aromas of toast and Virginia tobacco. The Palate is Elegant and supple with a rounded, supple attack. Impressive, fairly tight-grained tannins but with the softness to be expected from such a hot vintage. The alcohol content creates an impression of fatness, leaving the palate with an unusually 'sweet' sensation. The finish is so wonderfully rounded that you could easily mistake this for a wine from a hot terroir if you did not know otherwise. Rather atypical in style, but with that immense framework characteristic of a great Médoc. Chateau de Pez exhibits deep colour and harmonious composition. This complete, rich, dense wine merits ageing. Thanks to the quality of its production, Chateau de Pez is counted amongst the most highly reputed crus of the Medoc. Deep, opaque ruby hue. Forward, opulent spice box, black fruit and mineral aromas. A lush entry leads to a moderately full bodied palate with velvety tannins. Supple and hedonistic with very good flavour intensity. Grippy finish. Available in 37.5 cl Half Bottles. (12 x 37.5 cl) Price: £331.48
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Chateau Coutelin Merville Cru Bourgeois SaintEstephe Description: Bernard and Francois Estager's property is situated on the highest point in Saint-Estèphe next to Chateau Haut-Marbuzet and Tour de Pez. The terroir is typically limestone-clay. A very hands-on approach in the vineyard includes green harvesting, leaf and bunch thinning to allow better circulation of air and manual harvest parcel by parcel when the grapes have reached maturity. The vinification in cement tanks is traditional with a long maceration and daily pumping over; thereafter the wine is aged in barriques for twelve to eighteen months. The blend is quite unusual with a high proportion of Cabernet Franc giving compelling fragrance to the wine. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £264.27
Chateau Coutelin Merville Cru Bourgeois St-Estephe Description: Bernard and Francois Estager's property is situated on the highest point in Saint-Estèphe next to Chateau Haut-Marbuzet and Tour de Pez. The terroir is typically limestone-clay. A very hands-on approach in the vineyard includes green harvesting, leaf and bunch thinning to allow better circulation of air and manual harvest parcel by parcel when the grapes have reached maturity. The vinification in cement tanks is traditional with a long maceration and daily pumping over; thereafter the wine is aged in barriques for twelve to eighteen months. The blend is quite unusual with a high proportion of Cabernet Franc giving compelling fragrance to the wine. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £263.18
