Château des Bachelards - Saint-Amour 2018
94/100
James Suckling
“Now is the time for love! The notes of cherry and flowers are almost overwhelming. Beautiful, sweet fruit, but also grace and elegance, with firm tannins providing structure, depth, and length. The pronounced chalky character is beautifully paired with the mineral acidity of the long finish. Made from biodynamically grown grapes. Drink now or cellar. ” (James Suckling 2021). This wine is characterized by its class, its length, and its freshness.
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Eye
Deep, luminous garnet
Nose
Very floral notes of peony and rose with hints of hyacinth and licorice, black cherry, nutmeg, and blackcurrant
Palate
The mouthfeel is velvety, and the tannins are silky. The wine is full-bodied and relatively robust, with notes of fresh blackberry and a surprising burst of energy on the finish. It has remarkable concentration and beautiful tannic density, making it well-suited for long-term aging.
Serve
At 15-17°C
Drink before
2040
Guard
20 years
Food and Wine Pairings
Perfect with chicken or delicate poultry dishes, quail stuffed with morels, or a Bresse chicken
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2021 guide): 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable production, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
Formerly a vineyard owned by the monks of Cluny, Château des Bachelards spans 12 hectares—6 of which are in Fleurie, forming a single contiguous plot surrounding the château—with the remainder spread across the Moulin-à-Vent and Saint-Amour appellations. It is owned by Countess Alexandra de Vazeilles, who, after a career in corporate consulting, purchased the property in 2014. Notably, the vineyard has been certified organic since 2007, and it was Countess de Vazeilles who guided it toward biodynamic certification in 2015 and, in 2017, toward obtaining the “Fermes d’Avenir” label. Alexandra de Vazeilles has a strong personality, an entrepreneurial spirit, and an iron will—qualities that sometimes stand in contrast to the traditional winemaker’s mindset, which tends to be secretive and resistant to change. One need only taste a few of the estate’s vintages to grasp the unique character of this prominent estate. The young 2016 vintages are remarkable for their structure and precision. The use of oak is not taboo for the countess, but rather the hallmark of fine wines built for aging. Isn’t that one of the attributes we reserve for great wines?
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2022 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a good standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
A graduate in oenology, Alexandra de Vazeilles acquired this lovely estate in 2014. She cut her teeth at prestigious wineries in Burgundy and the Bordeaux region. The entire vineyard, ranging in age from 60 to over 100 years, has been certified biodynamic since 2015. She seeks depth in her wines while maintaining true finesse. The winemaking process, which is adapted to each vintage, allows for this.
Jancis Robinson
Rated winery (2021 guide) Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2021 guide) 94/100
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
Now is the time for love! The notes of cherry and flowers are almost overwhelming. Beautiful, sweet fruit, but also grace and elegance, with a firm, tannic core that lends structure, depth, and length. The pronounced chalky character is beautifully balanced by the mineral acidity of the long finish. Made from biodynamically grown grapes. Ready to drink now or for aging.
Customer Rating
3/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. BERNARD D. Published on May 18, 2023
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