Château Quinault L’Enclos – Classified Great Growth of Saint-Emilion

Saint Emilion Grand Cru AOC

Bought in 2008 by Baron Frère and Bernard Arnault, Château Quinault L’Enclos is a small urban vineyard of 45 acres. It enjoys the benefits of a microclimate thanks to the nearby River Dordogne. The grapes are vinified in such a way as to respect the pure fruit finesse and elegance and to extract smooth and strength.

Grape Varieties:

70% Merlot – 17% Cabernet Franc – 7% Cabernet Sauvignon – 6% Malbec

Vineyard:

Vines are aged of 50 years and grow on a sand-gravel soil

Winemaking:

After a manual harvest and vatting for 4 weeks, the wine is aged for 12 to 18 months in barrels.

Tasting note:

The wine reveals ripe black cherries notes along with a touch of blueberry and a flinty mineral quality. The palate is medium-bodied with lively fine texture and a flavorful finish.

Food pairing:

This wine will match with all kind of meats, pasta and cheeses.

Rating:

Vintage 2015: 91 Points Wine Enthusiast – 94 Points Wine Advocate

Vintage 2016: 91-93 Points Wine Advocate – 94 Points Wine Enthusiast –  92-93 Points James Suckling

Vintage 2017: 91 Points Wine Enthusiast