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Calon Ségur 1988 Impériale
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The Château Calon-Ségur 1988 Impériale, Third Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Estèphe, flourishes on the clay-gravel soils of the Médoc. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, it reveals notes of blackberry and liquorice, underpinned by a woody touch. On the palate, it captivates with its lively freshness and silky tannins. An Impériale format (6 litres) perfect for pairing with game or aged cheeses.
A legendary estate of the Médoc, rooted in the Saint-Estèphe appellation, where history and terroir unite to shape wines of timeless elegance.
- Terroir : From the gravelly and clay soils of the Médoc, where the influence of the Gironde estuary imparts a distinctive minerality and a refined structure to the wines.
- Vinification : A classic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, patiently aged to reveal a harmony between power and finesse.
Tasting notes for the wine Château Calon-Ségur 1988 Impériale
To the eye – A deep ruby robe with garnet highlights, of a silky density, betraying accomplished maturity and a velvety texture.
On the nose – First aromas of ripe blackcurrant and wild blackberry, followed by notes of cedar, blond tobacco and a touch of graphite, all heightened by a subtle iodized saltiness.
On the palate – A broad and fleshy attack, carried by a lively acidity and a tannic framework still present but well integrated, giving way to a long and mineral finish where gentle spices and nuances of aged leather intermingle.
Serve at 16–18°C in a Bordeaux glass to fully release its aromas.
1988 Vintage
A classic Médoc vintage, marked by a rare balance between concentration and freshness, where the ripeness of the grapes allowed the full complexity of the terroir to be expressed.
- Aging potential: Ready to drink now.
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