Lussac-Saint-Emilion - AOC - Château Cap de Merle 2019

Pairing: This wine pairs perfectly with dishes based on red meats such as beef bourguignon or braised beef, as well as with free-range chicken. Additionally, dishes like duck à l'orange or rabbit with prunes are also delicious options to accompany this Lussac Saint-Émilion.

Vintage: 2019

Taste: Its nose reveals great complexity, with aromas of blackberry, spices, and wood. On the palate, it offers an exceptional, balanced, juicy, and fresh experience, with fine and well-integrated tannins. It is a cellar-worthy wine distinguished by its spicy and full-bodied character, promising a rewarding evolution in the bottle.

Tasting temperature: 16-18°C

Alcohol content: 13.5%

Le domaine et le vignoble

Château Cap de Merle is a small-scale vineyard spanning 25 hectares within the Lussac-Saint-Émilion appellation. Its history dates back to spring 1966, when Roland Bel acquired it, initially comprising only three hectares of vineyards. Since then, delivering a wine that faithfully expresses its terroir has been a central concern for the viticulturists Alain and Jean-Marie Bel, who are members of the owning family. This commitment is reflected in their total involvement at every stage of production, from grape harvesting to the direct marketing of the wines, ensuring the quality and authenticity of the products offered.

Château Cap de Merle cultivates Cabernet and Merlot grape varieties, which are used for blending in the Château Cap de Merle, Lussac-Saint-Émilion, an appellation contrôlée.

The smooth operation of the vineyard is overseen by Jean-Marie, who conducts rigorous monitoring throughout the year. The vineyards are located on a clay-limestone plateau to the west, with colder clay soils to the north.