Château Moulin Caresse - Périgord Les Frangins Flingueurs 2019

Bettane & Desseauve

About the estate:

Sylvie and Jean-François Deffarge have proudly represented Montravel at this family-owned estate since 1749, which spans 38 hectares on the hillsides and the Vélines plateau. They have recently handed the reins over to their sons, Quentin and Benjamin, while remaining on hand to support them. The extensive lineup offers wines suitable for every occasion. The estate obtained organic certification in 2022.

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About the wine:

Benjamin and Quentin, the “Frangins flingueurs,” have taken the wine world by storm with this Périgord red that breaks with the winery’s “conventions” by relying solely on Cabernet Sauvignon. “Du brutal”? As the label suggests, echoing the cult film? Yes, if by that you mean color, power, and density. In the glass, you’ll also find ripe fruit and a hint of spice. On the palate, red fruit galore—cherry, plum, and a smooth, velvety texture. Made for immediate enjoyment, this wine could also be cellared.

About the estate:

A very old family estate (1749) located on the hills above Montravel, this vast property is now one of the leading names in the Bergerac region, thanks to the work carried out since 1990 (when the estate left the cooperative) by Jean-François Deffarge, a “self-taught oenologist,” who is now handing the reins over to his sons Benjamin and Quentin. The vineyard (50 ha) spans two distinct terroirs: clay-limestone slopes and a high plateau of boulbène soil. Currently in the process of converting to organic farming.