Château Saint Valentin - Saint-Émilion Cru 2016
92/100
Wine Enthusiast
"With a year of aging in wood, this is a mature, spicy wine. It draws its weight and density from the 80% Merlot in the blend, which brings dark chocolate and juicy black fruits. " (Wine Enthusiast 2019). A wine that is very representative of the appellation, it will appeal to everyone and will be the perfect companion for your delicious winter dishes and Valentine's Day celebrations!
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Nose
Crisp red berries with woody notes (cocoa) in the background
Mouth
Supple, with flavors of dark fruit, blueberry, blackcurrant buds, and a woody finish (still cocoa). A wine that is very representative of the appellation, very consensual.
Serve
At 15-17°C
Open
To be aerated in advance in recent vintages
Drink before
2027
Food and wine pairings
Pairs perfectly with foie gras terrine, pan-fried porcini mushrooms, truffle omelet, beef tenderloin, or veal tenderloin.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2020 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
The Leydet family, established in the Libourne region since 1862, cultivates nearly 16 hectares of vineyards in Saint-Émilion Grand Cru (Ch. Leydet-Valentin) and Pomerol (Ch. de Valois). At the helm since 1996, Frédéric Leydet has committed to converting his estates to organic farming (certification obtained in 2015).
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2019 guide) 92/100
Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
About wine:
With one year of barrel aging, this is a mature and spicy wine. It draws its weight and density from the 80% Merlot in the blend, which brings dark chocolate and juicy black fruits. Enjoy this powerful wine from 2023 onwards.
Customer rating
3.2/5
based on 4 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. PHILIPPE B. Published on February 15, 2022
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