Château Clos de Sarpe 2020

Clos de Sarpe signs a silky and structured Red wine from Saint-Émilion

The estate

Thanks to the know-how of a strong family tradition spanning three generations of winemakers, the production of Château Clos de Sarpe has that very assertive identity that characterizes the finest. A Grand Cru Classé de Saint-Émilion, Château Clos de Sarpe maintains its pursuit of excellence with each vintage.

The vineyard

The 3.35-hectare vineyard of Château Clos de Sarpe is now certified in Organic Farming. The 65-year-old vines are planted on the famous clay-limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion.

The vintage

While early spring was sunny, warm and dry, a late-April hailstorm severely impacted yields. Significant rainfall was recorded between May 20 and June 15, offset by hot, dry summer conditions in July and August. The estate’s clay-limestone terroir helped avoid major water stress. Rains at the end of August and in September promoted berry development and ripening. Despite lower yields than in other vintages, the harvested grapes are of outstanding quality.

Winemaking and aging

Density sorting. While most of the winemaking is carried out in cement vats, 10% of the Merlot is vinified in 600-liter fermentation barrels, imparting roundness and sweetness. Low-temperature alcoholic fermentation. Gentle extraction. 33-day maceration. Aging is done in barrels (70% new barrels and 30% one-wine barrels).

Blend

Merlot (85%) and Cabernet Franc (15%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château Clos de Sarpe 2020

Tasting

This vintage charms with its blend of Merlot of great elegance with a silky touch and enveloping, structured Cabernet Franc.