Château Saint-Pierre 2024

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château Saint-Pierre 2024

Tasting

Color
The color exhibits a dark red hue with violet reflections, reflecting the youth and concentration of this wine.

Nose
The nose reveals intense red fruit aromas, notably cherry and raspberry, complemented by elegant cedar and spice notes that add complexity and finesse.

Palate
On the palate, the attack is very smooth, velvety, and creamy. The tannic structure is fine, elegant, and subtle. The aromatic persistence is remarkable, supported by a beautiful freshness that perfectly balances the whole.

A Saint-Julien wine imbued with freshness and balance

The estate

The Château Saint-Pierre, founded in 1693, is a historic wine estate located in Saint-Julien. The vineyard extends over 17 hectares and has been classified as a 4th Grand Cru Classé since 1855. After being fragmented, it was reunited in 1982 by Henri Martin, and is now managed by the Triaud family. What sets Château Saint-Pierre apart is its historical continuity, its traditional Médocan architecture, and its prestigious classification, making it a cornerstone of Bordeaux's elite crus.

The vineyard

The vineyard of Château Saint-Pierre benefits from an exceptional terroir in Saint-Julien, with unparalleled climatic and technical conditions that allow the grapes to reach optimal maturity. The vines are cultivated with the utmost respect for the environment, following organic farming principles, which contributes to the authentic expression of the terroir in the wine.

The vintage

The winter of 2024 was very rainy with mild temperatures, followed by a wet spring. Despite limited sunshine and heavy rainfall, vine growth was early and vigorous. The summer saw little precipitation in July and August, with high temperatures from mid-July to mid-August, allowing for optimal grape maturation.

Winemaking and ageing

A reasoned winemaking process, featuring short macerations and gentle extractions to limit extraction and enhance aromatic expression. Ageing is conducted 65% in new oak barrels, allowing the wine to develop its structure and complexity while preserving the fruit.

Grape varieties

The Château Saint-Pierre 2024 is composed of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, and 3% Petit Verdot.