Overview: Covering less than 200 hectares, Saint-Georges-Saint-Emilion is the smallest of all Bordeaux appellations. Château Macquin was founded by Albert Macquin in 1885, the first agronomic engineer to plant again after the phylloxera epidemic in Europe. It currently has 31 hectares of vineyards, predominantly planted with Merlot. The grapes are mechanically harvested, fermented in stainless steel and thermo-regulated vats, and aged in 1/3 in oak barrels over 12 months, using 25% new oak. Their resulting wines are powerful and generous.
Tasting Notes: With its ripe blend dominated by Merlot, this is a rich wine. Wood aging flavors show against the wine's fruits and need to soften. When fully aged, the wine will be full, dense and balanced with fruit and tannins.
Pairing: Lamb leg with garlic
Points: 91, Wine Enthusiast
Format/ABV: 750 ml/14.0%
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