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Château Olivier 2024

Name: Château Olivier 2024
Brand: Château Olivier
SKU: 1066/2024
Price: 251.16666666666663 DKK
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.46 (140 reviews)

Cru classe -

Bordeaux

Pessac-Leognan

- Red - See details

J. Robinson | 16

J. Suckling | 91-92

Vinous - A. Galloni | 87-89

The Wine Independent | 87-89

Alexandre Ma | 92-94

Vinous Neal Martin | 91-93

1.507,00 kr. Incl. VAT

(

251,17 kr. / Unit

)

1.205,60 kr. Ex duty & VAT

Packaging : a box of 6 Bottles (75cl)

12 x 37.5CL

1.507,23 kr.

1 x 75CL

273,80 kr.

6 x 75CL

1.507,00 kr.

3 x 1.5L

1.507,23 kr.

En Primeur Wines – delivery in early 2027

ALL VINTAGES OF THIS WINE

All Château Olivier wines

Marks and reviews

/100

Decanter

Medium-deep ruby in the glass. Subdued nose with lactic and yeasty hints over a core of dark fruit. On the palate, it’s fresh and refined, with polished, precise tannins lending a gentle structure. Not highly concentrated, but balanced and elegant, with a clean finish and moderate length.

/20

Jancis Robinson

James Lawther MW

49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot. Cask sample. Bright red fruit with an almost citrus edge. Light to medium weight. Tannins finely honed. Fresh and digestible on the finish. (JL)

/100

Jeff Leve

Leve Jeff

On the floral side with black raspberries and red plums at its core, the wine is medium-bodied, bright, peppery, and fresh, with touches of thyme and mint in the juicy, crisp finish. The wine blends 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot, and 6% Petit Verdot, 13% ABV. Drink from 2027-2038. 90-92 Pts

Description

Characteristics and Tasting Tips for Château Olivier 2024

Tasting

Color
Dense and deep, the color displays intense highlights.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet reveals expressive notes of blackcurrant and cedar, complemented by subtle hints of cocoa that add complexity and elegance.

Palate
The palate is distinguished by its liveliness and softness. The tannins, both ripe and precise, offer a balanced structure. The persistent finish is supported by a beautiful freshness that marks the identity of this vintage.

Food and Wine Pairings

This wine pairs perfectly with grilled red meats, duck breast or braised dishes. Its tannic structure and freshness also make it an ideal companion for aged cheeses.

A Grand Cru Classé of Pessac-Léognan

The Estate

Château Olivier, located 11 km from Bordeaux in the appellation Pessac-Léognan, is a historic wine estate dating back to the Middle Ages, with remains from the 11th century. The Metzler de Bethmann family, owners since the 19th century, manages this vineyard distinguished by its unique gravel and marl terroir.

The Vineyard

Located in Léognan, the Château Olivier vineyard spans 60 hectares in the heart of the appellation Pessac-Léognan. Soil diversity is one of the terroir’s assets, with 50% gravel, 35% clay-limestone and 15% sand. This geological mosaic gives the wines their own complexity and identity. The vines, averaging 25 years old, benefit from a preserved environment and sustainable vineyard management.

The Vintage

An exceptionally rainy autumn in 2023 was followed by a mild, moderately humid winter. Bud break began on March 19, but temperatures dropped to zero on April 19 and 24. Flowering started on May 22, followed by a drought period in July and a few heatwave days in August. The return of rains in September helped balance the ripening of the grapes before harvest. 2024 is the estate’s first organic-certified vintage.

Winemaking and Aging

Manual harvest in crates to preserve the integrity of the berries. Parcel-by-parcel vinification followed by 12 months of aging in barrels, 35% of which are new oak.

Blend

49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot.

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