Presentation
Presentation
The "Let's talk terroir" collection is the result of strong partnerships with wineries in appellations where we do not own vineyards. L'Expression Haut-Médoc, for example, is produced hand-in-hand with the producer, with our teams supervising production from the vine to bottling. This wine reflects both the expertise of Vignobles André Lurton and the character of its terroir.
The vintage
2018 was one of the warmest years since 1900, featuring above-average temperatures, the second hottest summer to date, and abundant sunshine... Heavy rainfall in the first half of the year was followed by persistent, near-record drought conditions in September.
Terroir
Clay-limestone, gravel from the Pyrenees and Garonne.
In the vineyard
Type of pruning: Double Guyot.
Harvesting: By hand.
Harvesting: By hand.
Ageing
In vats and barrels.
Varietals
Merlot : 55%
Cabernet sauvignon : 45%
Cabernet sauvignon : 45%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 14 % vol.
Surface area of the vineyard : 3 ha
Age of vines : 30 years old
Advice
Serving
Serve between 15°C and 17°C.
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
Deep ruby-red colour with intense garnet highlights.
The nose opens with ripe black fruit aromas, complemented by refreshing hints of mint and delicate floral notes reminiscent of hibiscus and peony.
The palate is generous and silky, with fine, beautifully integrated tannins supporting a vibrant core of black fruit, enhanced by subtle smoky nuances. The overall impression is one of remarkable balance, combining freshness, finesse and impressive length.
An elegant and approachable Haut-Médoc, where the purity of the fruit beautifully reflects the character of its terroir.
The nose opens with ripe black fruit aromas, complemented by refreshing hints of mint and delicate floral notes reminiscent of hibiscus and peony.
The palate is generous and silky, with fine, beautifully integrated tannins supporting a vibrant core of black fruit, enhanced by subtle smoky nuances. The overall impression is one of remarkable balance, combining freshness, finesse and impressive length.
An elegant and approachable Haut-Médoc, where the purity of the fruit beautifully reflects the character of its terroir.
Food pairings
Artisan charcuterie platter, ribeye steak with shallot sauce, pork tenderloin with wild mushrooms, duck confit with Sarladaise potatoes, and mature cheeses such as Comté, Gruyère or Aged Gouda..
