Château Magdeleine Bouhou Grand Vin 2020

Blaye - Cotes de Bordeaux 2020 80% Merlot 10% Cabernet Sauvignon 10% Cabernet Franc Region: Bordeaux TERROIR Magdeleine Bouhou is just east of the town of Blaye and this proximity to the Gironde estuary plays an important role in how the vines thrive here. Directly across the estuary from Pauillac, the right bank brings thermal regulation to the surrounding land, helping to prevent freezing and ventilating the vines. Magdeleine-Bouhou is planted on clay-limestone soil, which is typical of this region. Planted here historically we have Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Cabernet Franc. Surface planted: 15 Ha Surface concerned: 6 Ha Density of plantation: 5,000 pieds/ha Average of vines: 27 years Soil and subsoil: Limestone clay VITICULTURE Organic conversion since 2007 WINEMAKING Harvest: By machine equipped with sorting process Vats: Concrete vats, with temperature control monitoring Vinification: Temperature of fermentation 27-28°C Skin contact maceration: 27 days Ageing: In concrete and steel vats only, free run wine only (no oak) TASTING & FOOD PAIRINGS This cuvée expresses roundness and freshness. Its crunchy fruitiness makes it a supple wine with immediate pleasure. Drinkable from its youth, it offers good aging potential also. Sophisticated and elegant, this wine pairs well with game meats, roast lamb, or hearty beef stews.