Château Le Calvaire 2022

Château Le Calvaire is a distinguished Bordeaux Supérieur crafted with passion and dedication, reflecting the rich heritage of the Quancard family. Nestled in Cubzac-Les-Ponts along the Dordogne River, the vineyard benefits from a unique microclimate, ideal for producing wines of exceptional quality. This elegant red wine is a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, offering a smooth and fruity profile with subtle complexity.

Key Features and Benefits

• Rich Heritage: Part of the Quancard family’s legacy, reflecting a deep commitment to terroir and tradition.
• Exceptional Terroir: Clay-limestone soils located on the 45th parallel, benefiting from a balanced microclimate with moderate heat, rainfall, sunshine, and mild winters.
• Meticulous Craftsmanship: Pre-fermentation maceration for one week and ageing with one-third in barrels for added complexity.

Style and Vinotype

• Style: Soft Fruity Red
• Vinotype: Sensitive

Tasting Notes

• Color: Deep with ruby glints.
• Aroma: Subtle and delicate nose with notes of tart red fruit and raspberries.
• Palate: Fruity and smooth, with flavors of redcurrants and supple tannins.
• Finish: Balanced and elegant with a refined complexity.

Technical Details

• Blend: 64% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon
• Region: Bordeaux Supérieur, France
• Terroir: Clay-limestone soils
• Vine Age: Average 30 years
• Planting Density: 5,000 vines per hectare
• Yield: 50 hectoliters per hectare
• Vinification: Pre-fermentation maceration for one week
• Ageing: One-third in barrels

Food Pairing Suggestions

Château Le Calvaire pairs beautifully with beef or chicken cooked in a sauce, grilled dishes, and soft cheeses like camembert, brie, or munster.

Producer Information

Château Le Calvaire is part of the Cheval Quancard portfolio, a family-owned winery that has been producing exceptional Bordeaux wines with dedication and tradition since its founding. The estate reflects the Quancard family’s enduring passion for quality winemaking.

• Pricing For 1-12 bottles, shipping is $6.99 for Auckland, $8.99 for the North Island and $11.99 for the South Island. For 13 or more bottles, shipping is $11.99 for Auckland, $14.99 for the North Island and $17.99 for the South Island.
  
• Timing We estimate delivery to be up to 3-4 working days for urban NZ addresses, and up to 5 working days for rural delivery.
  
• Click and Collect is available from our Albany warehouse shop. See more information here
  
• We do not ship outside of New Zealand.
  
• We are unable to deliver to PO Boxes.

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