Château La Garde Wine

Appellation Fronsac Contrôlée

Geographical situation

Mountain side and plateau in St Germain-la-Rivière

Soil characterics

Clayey, sandy and Chalky

Name of the owner

Mr and Mrs Ronald WILMOT

Grape variety

Majority of Merlot

Vinification and ageing

Harvest coming from high density vines.

Long vinification in small concrete tanks.

Maceration during 3 weeks.

Alcoholic fermentation under 28°C temperature.

Low pumping-over by hand.

Area

2.15 hectares

Tasting comments

Deep garnet colour. An intense black and red fruits nose, with some notes of fresh minth. In the mouth, a well balanced sturdy wine with elegant tanins. Long fruity finish. This wine is a great success of the winery in Fronsac appellation in 2009 vintage. 

To be served with

Drinkable now with spicy food or casseroles and stews. Served between 16° and 18°

Awards

Vintage 2009 gold medal in Macon 2010