Château Palais Cardinal 2020

The finesse and aromatic richness of a Grand Cru de Saint-Émilion

The estate

Magnificent estate located on the Right Bank of Bordeaux, Château Palais Cardinal takes its name from the former and sublime residence built between the 12th and 13th centuries with remnants still visible. Château Palais Cardinal benefits from a privileged location in the Saint-Émilion appellation.

The vineyard

Château Palais Cardinal oversees a splendid vineyard spanning 26 hectares of vines with an average age of 40 years, planted on gravel and sand soils. This Saint-Émilion vineyard is certified Haute Valeur Environnementale Niveau 3 and Terra vitis

Winemaking and ageing

Manual harvest. Cold pre-fermentation maceration. Alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Pumping over, punching down. Aged for 18 months in new barrels.

Blend

Merlot (73%), Cabernet Sauvignon (23%), Cabernet Franc (4%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château Palais Cardinal 2020

Tasting

Color
The color is a beautiful violet hue.

Nose
The nose blends aromas of black cherry and raspberry with a delightful hint of menthol freshness.

Palate
Delicate, the palate charms with its structure and mid-palate tension.