There is so much to say about Saint Emilion… How beautiful is the village? That gastronomy is celebrated like nowhere else? That the macaroons are divine there? We’re going to focus on the wine, there’s plenty to talk about. In the purest tradition of Bordeaux, the wines (red only) of the AOC Saint-Emilion are made from grape varieties such as
the Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot as well as some small Malbec, Petit Verdot and Carménère. Over 8 communes, the limestone plateau terroir extends over 5600 hectares for an annual production of 235,000 hectolitres. This Bordeaux vineyard has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which means that it is renowned... Château Mouton rothschild, Château Talbot, Château Yquem... all these great wines evoke the refinement of the wines of this medieval city.
The red wines have a ruby colour that darkens with the years, reaching an intense garnet. On the nose, the young wines have aromas of redcurrant, strawberry, and with the age of the aromas like toasted, leather and cocoa that are added to the bouquet. Tannins are very present in the youth but with time the wine acquires softness, finesse and roundness. Concerning the food and wine pairings, it is good to taste these great Bordeaux wines with red meats in sauce or grilled with game. You can also accompany an entire meal, up to a dessert with red fruit or chocolate.
