Chateau la Croix De Saint Georges Saint Emilion 2016

Country: France Region: Bordeaux (Saint Emillion)

Varietal: 51% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Franc and 21% Cabernet Sauvignon.

Vintage: 2016 Colour: Red Style: Dry

Producer: Château La Croix de St. Georges

Description:
Château La Croix St. Georges is located on a south-facing slope in the area of ​​Saint-Georges Saint-Emilion, just separated by the stream, La Barbanne, on the border of Montagne Saint-Emilion 9 km east of the old trading town of Libourne.

The fields cover an area of ​​6.5 ha, where the soil is composed of clay and lime. The lands are planted with the district's classic grape varieties: 51% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Franc and 21% Cabernet Sauvignon. This gives wines with classic Saint-Emilion character; soft and good to drink at a young age

Tasting Note:
Château la Croix de Saint-Georges, appears in a beautiful, ruby ​​red color. The aroma is dominated by the sweetness of the Merlot grape and a slight barrel aging. The taste is soft with hints of cherries and black currants. The aftertaste is persistent and velvety soft.

Food Matches: Casseroles / Lamb / Game / Venison