Founded in the 13th century by the Benedictine monks of Sainte-Croix Abbey, Château Carbonnieux is among the oldest in the Bordeaux region. In 1956, Marc Perrin acquired the château, which was classified as a Grand Cru Classé in 1959 for both its red and white wines. Today, his grandsons, Eric and Philibert, have taken over the reins following the immense work of their father, Antony. The vineyard is planted on a beautiful, naturally drained gravelly slope. It now covers 92 hectares in a single block, 50 of which are dedicated to red grape varieties.
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Pessac-Léognan AOP
Color: Red
Volume: 750ml
Grape Varieties: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot
Packaging: Cardboard
Alcohol: 14.5%
Powerful and full-bodied
Serving Suggestion:
Serve between 16-18°C with red meats, ribeye steak, leg or shoulder of lamb, as well as white meats, veal or poultry, roast duck, entrecote, lamprey, and fish in sauce.
Tasting Notes:
Red berries, blueberry, smoky notes. Structured and polished tannins, a lovely roundness, and a long finish.
Serving temperature: 16-18°C
Tasting notes: The 2014 Carbonnieux Rouge has a delightful, clean, and pure bouquet, with aromas of gravel and undergrowth perfectly interwoven with blackberry. It's quite understated, but gains intensity in the glass. The medium-bodied palate boasts fine tannins and a lively acidity that lends impressive tension and vibrancy. The finish isn't particularly long, but the sorbet-like freshness is captivating. Cellar for another 2-3 years and enjoy it over the next 15-18 years.
Robert Parker
