Blackberry
Spices
Black cherry
Clove
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
In order to give the wine its fruit driven, complex style, about half the vintage is matured in oak for six to eight months before bottling.
TASTING NOTES
ASPECT
Intense red colour with purple highlights.
NOSE
A fresh, fruit-focused nose with hints of black fruits (blackberry and blueberry) mixed with spicy notes such as sage, nutmeg and well integrated oak that recalls coffee and chocolate.
PALATE
Starts out smooth, with very silky, well-structured tannins mid-palate. The fruit (blueberry) and spicy notes return in the aftertaste. A long and persistent finish, with good acidity that brings out the freshness.
Blackberry
Black cherry
Clove
Clove
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
In order to give the wine its fruit-driven, complex style, about half the vintage is matured in oak for six to eight months before bottling.
TASTING NOTES
ASPECT
Red colour with purple highlights.
NOSE
A very fresh nose with lots of blackfruits (blackberry, blueberry, blackcurrant), mingled with spicy notes of clove, thyme and rosemary, with well-integrated oak nuances that recall chocolate and butterscotch.
PALATE
Starts out smooth, with very silky tannins mid-palate. The black fruit and spicy notes return in the aftertaste. A long and persistent finish, with good acidity that brings out the freshness.
