Chateau Soutard Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2020 375ml

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Chateau Soutard Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2020 375ml

Name: Chateau Soutard Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2020 375ml
Brand: Chateau Soutard
SKU: 1004402
Price: 41.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 94.3 (6 reviews)

Case of 12

375ml

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VM 95pts

DC 95pts

JD 95pts

WA 94pts

TWI 94pts

JS 93pts

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The 2020 Soutard is stellar. Rich, ample and super-expressive, the 2020 impresses with its elegant, stylish personality. Rose petal, mint, mocha and sweet spice complement a core of red/purplish fruit, with pretty floral top notes that extend the finish gracefully. Firm yet nicely balanced tannins wrap it all together. This is beautifully done.

Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Saint Emilion

Size: 375ml
Color: Red

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Winery

Chateau Soutard

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Varietal

Red Bordeaux

There are few regions in the world with stricter regulations in regards to wine production and grape varietals than those found in Bordeaux, France. Here, in the home of the world's finest wines, the type and quality of grapes used is of utmost importance, and the legendary wineries which work on the banks of the Gironde river have mastered the careful art of juice blending to find the perfect balance for their produce. Whilst there are six 'official' Bordeaux grapes, the two key varietals for almost every fine Bordeaux wine are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and with good reason. Whilst Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are renowned for their acidity and astringency, strong fruit and spice flavors and full body, Merlot grapes are notably rounded, soft, fleshy and lighter on tannin. The combination of these two varietals, along with a small percentage of (commonly) Petit Verdot or Cabernet Franc, is the perfect balancing act â€“ the two grape varietals cancel out each others weaker points, and accentuate all that is good about the other.

Country

France

France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]

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Region

Bordeaux

Bordeaux: The Pinnacle of Terroir Expression In the illustrious realm of wine, Bordeaux stands as a beacon of excellence, where history, tradition, and terroir converge to create some of the world’s most iconic wines. Bordeaux’s rich mosaic of vineyards is characterized by the left bank, right bank, and the sweet symphony of Sauternes. Each of […]

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Appellation

Saint Emilion

The beautiful sub-region of Saint Emilion in France's legendary Bordeaux region is regarded as the home of many of the world's finest red wines. The blending techniques employed in Saint Emilion have been passed down for generations, and aim to express the very finest flavors of the grape varietals used, most commonly Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The climatic conditions in Saint Emilion are perfect for growing many of the Bordeaux grapes, and high yields of exceptional quality are commonplace. Fed by the mighty Gironde river and benefiting from superb clay and gravel based soils, Saint Emilion produces millions of bottles of high quality blended and unblended red wines each year, and continues to be a firm favorite of wine experts and the general public alike.

Ratings & Reviews

VM 95pts

Vinous Media

DC 95pts

Decanter

Robust, ripe and poised, with black fruit, brownie cake and an intriguing smoky aspect, all very engaging. Given the stress on less extraction three years into the Thomas Duclos era, this vintage shines with aromatic and gustatory precision. Technical director Véronique Corporandy stresses: 'What really matters has been earlier harvesting, for the tannic finesse.' Also noteworthy are Merlots that had been planted in 2008 underneath the limestone plateau with cold clay that 'have come into their own', she adds. Among the wines tasted, 2020 has the highest percentage of Merlot. Give it another three years of cellaring and enjoy what should be a long-lived wine!

JD 95pts

Jeb Dunnuck

A château on an upward trajectory, the 2020 Château Soutard is another brilliant wine from this estate, which has a terrific terroir on the upper plateau. Cassis, violets, black cherries, tobacco, and graphite, as well as a beautiful sense of minerality, all emerge from this beauty. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, it shows the elegant, pure, precise style of this vintage beautifully and has building yet fine tannins, terrific balance, and a gorgeous finish. This utterly classic Saint-Emilion will benefit from 3-4 years of bottle age and have 25+ of overall longevity.

WA 94pts

Wine Advocate

The 2020 Soutard marks another step up for this revitalized property, which is now profiting as recently replanted blocks on prime terroirs come into production. Offering up aromas of dark berries, plums, rose petals, bay leaf and orange zest, it's medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, with terrific depth at the core, polished tannins and a long, chalky finish. What's more, it likely only hints at what's to come.

TWI 94pts

The Wine Independent

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2020 Soutard skips out with a pretty bouquet of red roses, cinnamon toast, and kirsch, giving way to a core of warm red plums, black raspberries, tar, and star anise. The full-bodied palate is plush and graceful, with mouth-filling red fruit and baking spice flavors, and a seamless, quiet intensity to the finish.

JS 93pts

James Suckling

A full-bodied red with plum, berry, dark chocolate and walnut aromas and flavors. Round yet chewy tannins. Lots of flavor. Needs time to open but already plush and beautiful. Drink after 2026.

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