"The 2008 is one of the last vintages produced by the former owners. It is a well-balanced wine that faithfully reflects its appellation and vintage. The fresh, lively bouquet offers aromas of cherry, complemented by young, vanilla-like oak and licorice notes. The fruit comes through on the palate, which is structured by firm yet velvety tannins. ” (Le Guide Hachette des Vins)
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Eye
deep-colored dress
Nose
Aroma of ripe blueberries, with subtle hints of wood and cigar box
Palate
Aromas of raspberry coulis give it velvety, full-bodied tannins, leading to a fresh and elegant finish with notes of vanilla.
Serve
decant at 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink starting at
2014
Drink before
2018
Production
Approximately 17,000 bottles
Food and Wine Pairings
A déguster sur un civet de lièvre, des gibiers à plume, des viandes rouges, ces fromages affinés... <br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2021 guide) 1*Star (A high-quality, recommendable wine that lives up to what one would expect from its appellation(s))
About the estate:
The Decoster family, owners of Clos des Jacobins and La Commanderie in Saint-Émilion, has just acquired this estate—located on the clay-limestone slope—along with its restaurant, which is ideally situated in the heart of the vineyard. The 11.5 hectares of Château de Candale enjoy a privileged location in the eastern part of the appellation, with prestigious neighbors such as Tertre Rotebœuf and Bellefont-Belcier. The tannins appear to be less harsh than in the past, and the wine’s potential is evident.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2012) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
About the wine:
This vineyard, covering about a dozen hectares in Saint-Laurent-des-Combes, changed hands in 2010; the Adams family sold it to the cooper Vicard. The 2008 is therefore one of the last vintages produced by the former owners. It is a well-balanced wine that faithfully reflects its appellation and vintage. The fresh, vibrant bouquet offers aromas of cherry complemented by youthful oak notes of vanilla and licorice. The fruit is evident on the palate, which is structured by firm yet velvety tannins. This wine is ready to drink now and can be cellared for up to five years.