Le Clocher du Prieuré Haut-Médoc 2018 - 3ème vin
"Château Prieuré-Lichine's Haut-Médoc—a 100% Merlot that's incredibly rich and full-bodied!"
Le Clocher du Prieuré was born out of a desire to rebuild the former ecclesiastical residence and to cultivate new terroirs. This cuvée bears the Haut-Médoc appellation and benefits from the same care given to the Grand Cru Classé of Prieuré-Lichine in the Margaux appellation. With this “ Gem ” cuvée—accessible and full of charm—the château continues its legacy while gaining new momentum.
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Eye
Beautiful garnet-colored dress
Nose
Rich in red berries and with hints of vanilla
Palate
Charmeuse talks about the deliciousness of fresh fruit
Serve
At 17-18°C
Drink starting at
2022
Drink before
2029
Guard
5 to 10 years
Food and Wine Pairings
It pairs perfectly with white meat and pan-seared Bordeaux porcini mushrooms, for example, as well as cheeses
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2023 guide): 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
With a complex portfolio of plots spread across different sectors of the appellation, this cru is gradually becoming a benchmark for attentive observers. The new fermentation facility allows for plot-by-plot winemaking, giving each plot its due, and the viticultural choices inspired by the estate’s consultant, Stéphane Derenoncourt, account for the quality of the most recent harvests. The wine possesses all the finesse and elegance one would expect, in a style that is immediately apparent, and the prices remain reasonable.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated Estate (2023 Guide) Award-Winning Wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
Founded by the monks of Vertheuil Abbey, the former Saint-Didier de Cantenac priory produced a wine that was already renowned during the Ancien Régime. But it owes its fame—and its current name (the vineyard was then called Prieuré-Cantenac)—to Alexis Lichine. This famous American-Russian owner and wine merchant, nicknamed the “Pope of Wine” and author of an *Encyclopedia of Wines and Spirits from All Countries* that long served as a standard reference, acquired the estate in 1951 and revived it. Owned by the Bordeaux-based Ballande Group since 1999, it comprises 80 hectares of vineyards located in the heart of the Cantenac-Margaux plateau. Étienne Charrier has been in charge of technical management since 2009.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated Estate (2023 Guide) 1*Star (Rising stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
The estate has been owned by the Ballande Group, based in New Caledonia, since 1999. Since the new winemaker took office in 2013, we have seen very noticeable progress. The wines, which sometimes lacked body and depth compared to the best, have become much more full-bodied. This new ambition and the resources that were allocated were necessary. The reasonable prices make this a great deal for wine lovers.