Château Palais Cardinal 2020

The finesse and aromatic richness of a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru

The estate

A magnificent property located on the right bank of Bordeaux, Château Palais Cardinal takes its name from the ancient mansion dating from the 12th and 13th centuries, whose remains are still visible. Château Palais Cardinal enjoys a fantastic location in the Saint-Émilion appellation.

The vineyard

Château Palais Cardinal reigns over a beautiful vineyard spread over 26 hectares of vines, aged 40 years on average, on a terroir of gravel and sand. The vineyard is certified High Environmental Value Level 3 and Terra Vitis.

Winemaking and ageing

Manual harvest. Cold pre-fermentation maceration. Alcoholic fermentation in thermoregulated stainless steel vats. Pour-overs, punch-downs. Ageing for 18 months in new barrels.

Blend

Merlot (73%), Cabernet Sauvignon (23%), Cabernet Franc (4%).

Tasting

Colour

The wine is a beautiful, dark purple colour.

Nose

The nose mixes aromas of black cherry and raspberry with a delicious touch of minty freshness.

Palate

The delicate palate seduces with its structure and tension on the mid-palate.