Blackberry
Pepper
Black cherry
WEATHER CONDITIONS
Overall, the 2020 harvest was a success, despite the fact that drought-like conditions persisted throughout the season and average maximum temperatures were slightly higher than in 2019. It should be noted that no precipitation fell during the ripening stage for this vintage.
Despite the capricious weather conditions during the 2020 grape harvest, excellent vineyard management was achieved thanks to the expertise of the Baron Philippe de Rothschild grape growers and winemakers, together with suitable irrigation techniques and correct predictions on harvest dates. In the end, the balance between aromatics, structure, and elegance on the palate showcases the terroir in all its qualities.
MATURING
The wine is matured in vats for a relatively short period of around six months in order to preserve all its freshness and fruit.
TASTING NOTES
ASPECT
Intense violet red with a purple rim.
NOSE
Very intense and fruity nose with black fruit notes of plum, blackberry and blackcurrant mingled with spicy aromas of green and black pepper, dill and rosemary.
PALATE
Starts out smooth and fresh, displaying a very soft and elegant structure and delicate mouthfeel on the mid palate, where the black fruit flavours return with spicy notes. A smooth, well balanced finish, with good acidity that delivers excellent length.
Blackberry
Pepper
Black cherry
WEATHER CONDITIONS
2021 was a good vintage overall.
The weather conditions were very varied, with some precipitation in summer, but without causing too many vine health complications. Temperatures were fairly variable, with a warm January and a cooler than average February and March compared to previous years, followed by a warm April.
Véraison (colour change) stretched over a long period, but it concluded with very even results and the maturation period was slow, conducive to the development of aromas and the concentration of the grapes.
In short, 2021 was not such an easy year weather-wise, yet excellent vineyard management was achieved thanks to the expertise of the Baron Philippe de Rothschild grape growers and winemakers, together with suitable irrigation techniques and choosing to harvest at precisely the right time. In the end, the balance between good structure and elegance on the palate truly showcases the terroir.
MATURING
The wine is matured in vats for a relatively short period of around six months in order to preserve all its freshness and fruit.
TASTING NOTES
ASPECT
Intense violet red with a purple rim.
NOSE
Very intense nose with black fruit notes of plum, blackberry and blackcurrant mingled with spicy aromas of clove, thyme and rosemary.
PALATE
Starts out smooth and fresh, displaying very soft tannins and delicate mouthfeel on the mid palate, where the black fruit flavours return with spicy notes. A smooth, well balanced finish, with good acidity that delivers excellent length.
