Chateau Crabitey - Graves Rouge 2018 (750ml)
Price: $29.99
| Producer | Chateau Crabitey |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Subregion | Graves |
| Varietal | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 750ml |
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47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot and 6% Petit Verdot
Age of vines - 30 years average
Château Crabitey Graves Rouge presents a dark cherry color with nice ruby glints. The nose is fresh, revealing a wide range of red fruits flavors, along with a mellow and elegant oak presence. The mouth is powerful and round, supported by smooth and subtle tannins. The wine reveals a good length on the palate, with fruity and slightly oaky notes.
Complete destemming. Cold maceration for 3 to 4 days, then vinification in stainless steel vats. Average fermentation temperature 72°F to 80°F. Maceration for about 20 days at 86°F. Aging in French oak barrels (1/3 new) for 12 months. No filtration before bottling.
Pairings: Grilled lamb, beef stroganoff and hard cheeses
