Château Grand Corbin 2016

The radiant freshness of a Saint-Émilion in the pure style of Château Grand Corbin

The estate
Grand Cru de Saint-Émilion, Château Grand Corbin was founded in the 19th century. This great estate on the right bank of Bordeaux is reconnecting with its prestigious past. Led by Philippe Dambrine, Château Grand Corbin ranks among the top crus of the appellation.

The vineyard

Formed from the 2012 merger of the Château Grand Corbin and Château Haut Corbin estates, the magnificent vineyard of Château Grand Corbin enjoys a privileged location on the prestigious lands of Saint-Émilion, near Bordeaux. The 36 hectares of vines planted on a clay-limestone soil provide the vines with all the water resources they need to thrive.

The vintage

A standout year in the Bordeaux vineyards, 2016 was marked by exceptional conditions foreshadowing a bright future for Château Grand Corbin. The vines benefited from a warm, dry summer tempered by cool nights, perfect for ensuring a slow and optimal ripening of the grapes.

Blend

Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc.

Characteristics and tasting tips for Château Grand Corbin 2016

Tasting

Nose
This wine exudes all the elegance of a great seducer, with fresh, crunchy red fruit and blackcurrant notes.

Palate
On the palate, it opens with generous volume and red fruit notes. Long and persistent, the finish, marked by fine freshness, concludes with saline notes, attesting to the high concentration of mineral salts in the berries. The firm, powerful tannins suggest an excellent aging potential.