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Château Ampélia, Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux 2021
Red Wine from France - Bordeaux
A fragrant, easy-drinking blend of 80% merlot and 20% cabernet franc from François Despagne`s small estate, located on the Plateau d`Aiguilhe. According to François it was important not to overextract in 2021 in order to retain the balance and charm of the vintage. This he has clearly done.
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Code: CB6581
Wine characteristics
- Red Wine
- Medium-bodied
- Merlot/Cabernet Franc
- 75cl
- Now to 2034
- 13.5% Alcohol
- oak used but not v. noticeable
- Cork, natural
- 523 g (Empty bottle weight)
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Francois Despagne, of Grand Corbin Despagne, has owned this Côtes de Castillon property on the eastern edge of Bordeaux since 1999, and it has been one to follow since its first vintage in 2000.
The small 9 hectare estate is on the Saint-Philipe d'Aiguilh plateau of clay-limestone soil over limestone rock and lies next to the better-known Château d’Aiguilhe. The vines, which are farmed sustainably, comprise 80% merlot with 20% cabernet franc making up the remainder, and they average 30 years of age. They are carefully managed throughout the season before being hand harvested, and the fruit is then manually sorted before reaching the press. The property produces rich, fruity and spicy claret with a lovely touch of freshness and a propensity to offer delicious drinking between three to eight years.