2010 Ch. Réaut, Côtes de Bordeaux
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Robert Parker - Wine Advocate #205 - Feb 2013
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate #205 - Feb 2013
About this WINE
Ch. Reaut
Now run by 12 enthusiastic amateurs with the help of a talented winemaker, Ch. Réaut is making benchmark Claret in a modern, polished style.
In 2004, the vineyard was completely replanted with 5,500 vines per hectare, and in 2009 the first vintage was produced with fantastic results.
Merlot/Cabernet Franc
Merlot and Cabernet Franc are grape varieties commonly used in Bordeaux-style blends, particularly in the Bordeaux region of France. When these two grapes are blended, they can create a wine that combines the best characteristics of each variety.
Merlot is known for its smoothness, soft tannins, and ripe fruit flavours. It often contributes black cherry, plum, and chocolate flavours to the blend. The grapes are relatively easy to grow and ripen earlier than other Bordeaux varieties, making them versatile for blending.
Cabernet Franc, on the other hand, adds structure, depth, and complexity to the blend. It typically brings aromas of red fruits such as raspberry and strawberry, along with herbal notes like bell pepper and tobacco. These grapes have thinner skins and can be more challenging to cultivate, requiring specific growing conditions to reach their full potential.
When Merlot and Cabernet Franc are combined, the result is a well-balanced wine with various flavours and aromas. The blend often exhibits a Bordeaux wine's medium to full body, along with a smooth texture and moderate tannins. The specific flavour profile can vary depending on the proportions of each grape in the blend and the terroir and winemaking techniques employed.
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The Côtes is not the most illustrious of the Bordeaux appellations, yet when the vineyard site is a fine as that of Ch. Réaut, you’d be forgiven for thinking this was from a much more famous area. A natural amphitheatre provides such a perfect aspect for vines that this formally rundown property was snapped up a decade ago by a wealthy Champagne house who, having poured money into their new project, then sold up just as their investment was bearing fruit. Now run by 12 enthusiastic amateurs with the help of a talented winemaker, Ch. Réaut is making benchmark Claret in a modern, polished style. A great vintage, the 2010 is drinking superbly now.
Philip Mouilin, Fine Wine Buyer
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