FR Capet Duverger Saint Emilion Grand Cru

Château Capet Duverger, a family-owned estate since 1620, managed by the ninth generation of vintners in Saint-Hippolyte at the foothills and high valleys. Commit ted to environmental certifications since 1996, gradually reducing chemical footprint through sustainable viticultural practices.

Grapes are meticulously vinified in a gravity-fed cellar, emphasizing parcel selection by grape variety.

VINTAGE: 2020

GRAPE VARIETIES
65% Merlot, 35% Cabernet

ABV: 13.5%

TERROIR Soil: Gravels and sandy-clayey soils

VINIFICATION Gravity flow with pre-fermentation maceration lasting 25 to 30 days, followed by aging in French oak barrels (20-40% new) for 12 to 14 months.

TASTING NOTES Solid structure with ripe plum and berry flavors complemented by hints of chocolate and hazelnut. It features racy tannins and a polished finish, showcasing freshness and Transparency.

PAIRING Roast leg of lamb, grilled portobello mushrooms, pork tenderloin, moussaka, barbecue ribs, mature cheeses

Service advised temperature: 16° to 18°C

VIVINO 4.2

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