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Hipster Beard 2020
Côtes-de-Bourg
Grape variety:
80% Merlot, 10% Malbec, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
2020 Vintage :
A vintage of great terroir, 2020 comes together to form with
2019 and 2018, a sublime trio. After a mild, rainy spring, the flowering...
Its barrel was early and homogeneous. The dry and cool summer was favorable to maturation.
Water stress was moderate this year, resulting in an early vintage with
Superb structures and intense aromatics. Harvest begins:
September 21.
Winemaking and aging:
The grapes are sorted and destemmed. The
Cold maceration lasts 3-4 days, slow fermentation at controlled temperature
below 28°C, to preserve the fruit and freshness. 3-day maceration
weeks. Malolactic fermentation and aging for one year in tanks for
90% of the wine. The rest is aged in barrels. Careful selection and blending of press wines according to their quality.
Tasting:
On the nose , ripe black fruits accompanied by a light
toasty woody.
On the palate , the wine is dense, full-bodied and with
Very fine and silky tannins. The texture is fleshy and velvety with a
lovely aromatic freshness dominated by red fruits.
A delicious and elegant wine to be enjoyed within the year.
Food & wine pairing: Red meats, grilled meats and poultry.
Alcohol content : 14%
Terroir : Terraces overlooking the Gironde, clay-limestone soil.
A TERROIR UNDER INFLUENCE
Food and wine pairing : Modern cuisine, burger