LA VIOLETTE DU MANOIR
2016 Côtes de Castillon Château Manoir du Gravoux
| Grapes | Merlot |
| Colour | Red |
| Origin | France, Bordeaux |
| Sub-district | Saint Emilion & Satellites |
| Village | Côtes de Castillon |
| ABV | 15% |
This is another great effort from Francois Thienpont. It comes exclusively from a 2 Hectare plot that the family rent on a very long-term basis. The vines were planted in 1958 and that old vine intensity is clear. Although this is mostly Merlot - the 8% of Cabernet Franc stands proud. A beguiling nose leads to a gorgeously svelte palate layered with spiced plum - well-baked, dark fruits lifted with cinnamon and cloves - some fresher black cherry flesh adds a perk and gentle brightness. Deliciously sophisticated and really sleek 'right-bank' claret. Yes. L&S (Mar 2020)
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Château Manoir du Gravoux
Philippe and Séverine Emile have been running Manoir de Gravoux since 1997. The Château is a fine 14th century building.
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