Château Grand Mayne 2020

A fine, balanced and intense Saint-Émilion Grand Cru

The estate

The Château Grand Mayne is a veritable vessel amid a sea of vines in the heart of Saint-Émilion. Built in the 15th century, it did not take on its winemaking role until the 17th century with the Laveau family, who brought the vineyard and the estate to prominence in the 18th century. In 1934, the Nony family took over the wine estate and embarked on extensive renovation works. Today, the Nony family, still at the helm of Château Grand Mayne, maintains this member of Bordeaux’s elite wines.

The vineyard

Planted on a clay-limestone hillside and at the foot of a clay slope, this Saint-Émilion vineyard covers 17 hectares, 15 of which are in production. The average age of the vines is 37 years.

Winemaking and aging

After the harvest, which took place from September 10 to October 1, the grapes are brought to the cellar to begin the winemaking process. The grapes ferment in thermoregulated wooden and stainless-steel vats. Then, the wine ages for 18 months in barrels, 50% of which are new.

Blend

Merlot (74%), cabernet franc (24%), cabernet sauvignon (2%).

Characteristics and Tasting Recommendations for Château Grand Mayne 2020

Tasting

Color
Lovely deep red color with purple highlights.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet is driven by the vibrant freshness of black fruits and soft spices. Notes of graphite and cedar bring harmony to the whole.

Palate
An incredible balance of density and tension on the palate. Its finely velvety, soft texture marries perfectly with aromas of fresh red fruits and flavors of freshly ground pepper, underscored by touches of oak. The very fine tannins extend right through to a beautifully long finish. This cuvée elegantly bears the signature of a great vintage.