Château Larmande 1997

Characteristics and tasting notes for Château Larmande 1997

Tasting

Appearance
This red wine displays a dark, beautifully intense hue.

Nose
The bouquet opens with great clarity, releasing enticing aromas of ripe red and black fruit, accompanied by delicate notes of violet and berries. Elegant oak underscores the whole with subtle hints of vanilla, toast and sweet spices.

Palate
Fleshy and complex, the palate offers a supple texture and medium body. The tannins, both assertive and silky, support remarkably fresh fruit that lends a great sense of fluidity. The moderately long finish reveals perfectly integrated oaky notes.

Food and wine pairings

This wine is an ideal match for rich, flavourful meats such as braised lamb shoulder, wild boar stew or slow-cooked dishes in sauce.

Serving and cellaring

Château Larmande 1997 has now reached full maturity. Initially blessed with an ageing potential of around fifteen years, it has entered an evolved phase and is ready to drink now, allowing you to enjoy its tertiary aromas.

The classic elegance of a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé

The estate

The history of Château Larmande dates back to 1585, making it one of the oldest estates in its appellation. Located in the renowned Bordeaux region, the estate has stood the test of time, notably under the stewardship of the Capdemourlin-Meneret family, before being acquired at the end of 1990 by the insurance group La Mondiale. Today, the estate is owned by the AG2R La Mondiale group. Guided by values that combine historical heritage with modernity, the estate stands out for its environmental commitment and for producing wines that reflect their terroir.

The vineyard

Covering an area of 20 to 22 hectares, the vineyard lies in the north of the Saint-Emilion appellation. The vines thrive on clay-limestone soils composed of ancient sands, clay and silica. This high-quality terroir enjoys a favourable topography that allows the grapes to ripen slowly and evenly, while benefiting from the mild oceanic climate.

The vintage

The 1997 vintage offered fair to good weather conditions in the region, allowing the berries to reach satisfactory ripeness. This growing season produced fruit-driven, approachable wines with medium structure.

Vinification and ageing

For Château Larmande 1997, extraction was carried out with precision and restraint in order to preserve the balance between concentration and finesse. The wine was aged traditionally in oak barrels, giving it a modern touch and elegant oak.

Grape varieties

The estate's classic varietal mix consists of approximately 65% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon.