Château Tertre Roteboeuf 2004

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château Tertre Roteboeuf 2004

Tasting

Appearance

The wine displays a deep, intense ruby-red color.

Nose

The nose reveals a complex, generous bouquet, marked by aromas of candied fruit and ripe black fruits. Notes of exotic spices mingle with touches of mocha and truffle, bringing a dimension that is both indulgent and sophisticated.

Palate

On the palate, this wine charms with its creamy, velvety texture. Silky tannins elegantly coat the palate, while freshness provides fine balance. The finish lingers with persistence, revealing tertiary notes of undergrowth, leather, and black fruits that attest to the vintage’s beautiful evolution.

Food and wine pairings

This gastronomic wine pairs perfectly with noble red meats such as beef or game. It also enhances refined preparations such as truffle poached eggs or poultry dishes served with rich sauces.

Serving and cellaring

Château Tertre Roteboeuf 2004 benefits from being opened a few hours before serving to fully reveal its aromatic complexity. Gentle decanting helps remove any sediment and aerate the wine. Ideally serve at a temperature of 16-18°C.

An outstanding Saint-Émilion Grand Cru by François Mitjavile

The estate

Created in 1978, Château Tertre Roteboeuf is a Bordeaux estate located on the Right Bank in the Saint-Émilion appellation, in Saint-Laurent-des-Combes. François Mitjavile, the iconic owner, now runs this cult estate with his family, spanning around 5.7 to 6 hectares. The estate’s philosophy is rooted in a pursuit of very high ripeness, minimalist vinification in concrete vats, and the absence of a second wine, asserting a distinctive, instantly recognizable style.

The vineyard

The vineyard of Château Tertre Roteboeuf benefits from an exceptional terroir in a natural amphitheater on the slopes of Saint-Émilion. Facing south-southeast, it lies on clay-limestone hillsides that encourage optimal natural water regulation. Vines over 40 years old thrive in this privileged setting, allowing the expression of a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru of rare intensity.

The vintage

The 2004 vintage was shaped by contrasting weather conditions in Bordeaux. After a dry start to the year, the growing cycle continued with cool temperatures in August, slowing ripening. These conditions nonetheless allowed the grapes to reach harmonious maturity, resulting in classic, elegant wines with lovely freshness.

Winemaking and aging

Château Tertre Roteboeuf 2004 is crafted using a minimalist approach that respects the fruit. Vinification takes place in concrete vats, favoring the terroir’s natural expression. Careful aging enables the wine to develop complexity while preserving the estate’s hallmark signature, driven by the search for very high grape ripeness.

Grape varieties

Merlot (80%)
Cabernet Franc (20%)