Couvent des Jacobins 2013

A silky and balanced Saint-Émilion wine

The estate
Built in the 13th century, on the Right Bank of Bordeaux, the Couvent des Jacobins is a historic gem located in the heart of the Saint-Émilion hill. Since the 16th century, the crus of the Couvent des Jacobins have enjoyed an excellent reputation. This Grand Cru Classé de Saint-Émilion stands out for its outstanding Red wines, a testament to the meticulous care devoted to the vineyard and the know-how in the art of blending.

The vineyard
This vineyard of Saint-Émilion extends over 10.70 hectares, benefiting from vines with an average age of 45 years planted on clay-limestone and clay-sandy soils.

Vinification and ageing

Hand-harvested. Maceration for 20 to 27 days. Aged for 12 months (45 % new barrels and 55 % one-year-old barrels).

Blend
Merlot 90 % and Cabernet Franc 10 %.

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Couvent des Jacobins 2013

Tasting

Nose
Gourmet and fruity, the nose is pleasantly surprising with a woody touch evolving towards toasted notes of vanilla and Zan, contrasting with a slight freshness.

Palate
On the palate, the silky wine with delicate tannins is balanced by aromas of ripe red fruits (candied strawberry, fresh blackcurrant). Then come lovely toasted notes enveloping the dense tannins), thus giving a flattering and racy wine..