Chateau Tronquoy Saint Estephe 2023 750ml

Name: Chateau Tronquoy Saint Estephe 2023 750ml
Brand: Chateau Tronquoy
SKU: 1016077
Price: 35.94 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 93.4 (8 reviews)

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SKU 1016077

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JD 96pts

WE 95pts

JS 94pts

WA 93pts

DC 93pts

WS 92pts

VM 92pts

TWI 92pts

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A brilliant effort from this château, the 2023 Château Tronquoy sports a deep purple hue as well as classic cassis and darker, almost blue fruits intermixed with leafy herbs, tobacco, damp earth, and floral nuances. Based on 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot, and 11% Petit Verdot from the estate’s Terrace No. 03 with gravelly sands over a clay-gravel matrix and aged 12 months in 30% new French oak, it’s medium to full-bodied, round, supple, and layered, with a beautiful core of sweet fruit and a rare opulence for the 2023 vintage. It’s going to shine for 30 years if well stored and is a brilliant buy in the vintage. Drink 2027-2055.

Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Saint Estephe

Size: 750ml
Color: Red
Alcohol by Vol: 15.0%

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Winery

Chateau Tronquoy

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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 Estephe

Saint-Estèphe, an esteemed appellation within Bordeaux's Left Bank, exemplifies the power and character of Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines. What makes Saint-Estèphe unique is its robust and structured reds, primarily crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. The region's maritime influence from the Gironde estuary, coupled with gravelly soils, imparts distinctive minerality and a pronounced tannic backbone to the wines. Home to renowned châteaux like Cos d'Estournel and Montrose, Saint-Estèphe wines showcase a deep, dark fruit profile, nuanced with cedar, tobacco, and earthy notes. Unlike some neighboring appellations, Saint-Estèphe's lack of a formal classification system underscores its commitment to quality across its diverse vineyards. Exploring Saint-Estèphe unveils the essence of Bordeaux winemaking, where tradition, terroir, and a focus on the intrinsic character of Cabernet Sauvignon converge to create wines that resonate with strength, complexity, and the artistry of the region's winemakers.

Ratings & Reviews

JD 96pts

Jeb Dunnuck

A brilliant effort from this château, the 2023 Château Tronquoy sports a deep purple hue as well as classic cassis and darker, almost blue fruits intermixed with leafy herbs, tobacco, damp earth, and floral nuances. Based on 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot, and 11% Petit Verdot from the estate's Terrace No. 03 with gravelly sands over a clay-gravel matrix and aged 12 months in 30% new French oak, it's medium to full-bodied, round, supple, and layered, with a beautiful core of sweet fruit and a rare opulence for the 2023 vintage. It's going to shine for 30 years if well stored and is a brilliant buy in the vintage. Drink 2027-2055.

WE 95pts

Wine Enthusiast

93-95 Barrel Sample. Black fruits and tobacco aromas give this wine an opulent character emphasized by 11% Petit Verdot. With layers of juicy acidity and a core of firm tannins, the wine has a fine structure and texture. The aftertaste is juicy and fragrant.

JS 94pts

James Suckling

Pure and racy aromas of dark cherries, fine spices and minerals. Medium-bodied with tight, tense tannins, juicy fruit and a long, crunchy finish. 51% cabernet sauvignon, 38% merlot and 11% petit verdot. Give it one or two more years to let the tannins soften.

WA 93pts

Wine Advocate

91-93 Containing an unusually high 51% Cabernet Sauvignon this year (complemented by 38% Merlot and 11% Petit Verdot), the 2023 Tronquoy offers up aromas of dark berries, cherries, burning embers and violets, followed by a medium to full-bodied, velvety and refined palate with good depth at the core, lively acids and a persistent finish. Foudres are now complemented barriques for élevage.

DC 93pts

Decanter

Quite aromatic and perfumed on the nose, smells fresh and lively. Vivid purple colour to the rim. Smooth and silky, really tart and highly acidic, brightness and acidity is completely at the fore here, straight and well defined. Not lean in the sense that there’s too much minerality or any greenness - it’s not rustic at all, just the acidity is so high and it does keep quite a straight profile from start to finish. I like its punchy taste, upfront and confident, accessible and still with some finesse on the finish. Tannins are very well integrated and the Petit Verdot and oak is well incorporated too.

WS 92pts

Wine Spectator

With simmering energy to its mix of lilac, violet, damson plum and bitter cherry fruit flavors, this red is sleek throughout thanks to well-embedded chalk threads that provide subtle, underlying tension. Fresh from start to finish. Almost approachable already, but give this a little time. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Best from 2027 through 2038. 6,500 cases made, 430 cases imported.

VM 92pts

Vinous Media

The 2023 Tronquoy is terrific. Bold, rich and explosive, the 2023 offers up an exciting mélange of black cherry, chocolate, new leather, licorice and incense. This virile Saint-Estèphe packs a pretty serious punch. The Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot that make up most of the blend speak in somewhat brash tones. I would give the 2023 a few years to soften.

TWI 92pts

The Wine Independent

90-92 Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2023 Tronquoy comes bounding out with eager-to-please notes of juicy blackberries, Morello cherries, and fresh plums giving way to hints of cloves, forest floor, and damp soil. The medium-bodied palate is light on its feet, with a lively backbone and lightly chewy, approachable tannins, finishing on a minerally note. The blend is 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot, and 11% Petit Verdot.