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Ausone 2012
From the limestone hillsides of Saint-Émilion, Château Ausone 2012 (Premier Grand Cru Classé A) blends Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Floral notes, blackcurrant, silky palate and chalky minerality. Perfect until 2050 with game or truffles.
Château Ausone Nestled on the hillsides of Saint-Émilion, this family estate embodies the excellence of a legendary terroir, shaped by centuries of history and passion. - Terroir: A starred limestone plateau and clay-limestone hillsides, the cradle of a unique minerality and a rare elegance in Bordeaux. - Vinification: A biological and biodynamic approach, where precision and respect for the fruit guide every step, from old vines to exceptional cuvées.
Tasting notes for Château Ausone 2012 Appearance: A deep red robe with garnet highlights, of a silky density and crystalline brilliance, immediately revealing its concentration and maturity. On the nose: First notes of violet and wild blackberry, followed by a touch of candied blackcurrant, then gentle spices – white pepper and liquorice – before ending on a subtle chalky salinity, the signature of the terroir. On the palate: A velvety yet taut texture, carried by a lively acidity and a limestone minerality that extends into a long and precise finish, where dark fruits, blonde tobacco and a hint of graphite mingle. Serve at 16–18°C in a Bordeaux glass to release its full complexity.
2012 Vintage A vintage where freshness and structure are harmoniously balanced, offering a wine that is both approachable and endowed with great aging potential. - Aging potential: To be enjoyed until 2050, provided it is stored under optimal conditions – cool cellar (12–14°C), away from light and vibrations.
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