Château Laffite-Laujac
Médoc
2015
$31.50
About this winery
The proximity of the Gironde estuary and the Atlantic Ocean create a microclimate very favorable to the vineyard and the good ripening of the grapes. Laujac, is an ancient place which certainly finds its origin in the conquest of Gaul. Names ending in "ac" are indeed used to designate most often in Gironde a Gallo-Roman villa. OF OUR DAYS Following the phylloxera invasion at the beginning of the century, the World Wars and the severe frosts of 1956, only 8 hectares of vines remained when...
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Production notes
Pumping over : - 2 volumes of tank in 2 times - thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks - Fermentation temperature : 26/28°c Maceration: 3 to 4 weeks in vats. Press: Vertical Cage
Tasting notes
On the nose, Château Laffitte Laujac opens on notes of mint and of spices, leaving then place to black fruits. The attack is lively and fine. The Tannins are powerful and delicate. The aromas of red fruits are slightly jammed in the mouth. This wine is powerful and balanced. Food and Wine pairing : This wine will go very well with a tournedos Rossini, an escalope veal in cream sauce, a salad with candied gizzards and mature cheeses.