Chateau De La Roque Wine
APPELLATION BORDEAUX CONTRÔLÉE
Geographical situation
Mountain side and plateau in St-Germain la Rivière et Villegouge
Soil characterics
Clayey, sandy and chalky.
Name of the owner
Hubert DUMAS de la ROQUE.
Grape variety
Majority of Merlot.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification in small concrete vat (250hl maximum).
Long vatting time, 2 to 3 weeks.
Manual pumping -over.
Area
9 hectares.
Tasting comments
Gorgeous red, dense and velvety.
Complex nase unfolding red fruit flavours and minty notes.
Lively and fresh.
To be served with
Drinkable now with spicy food or casseroles and stews.