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Château
Lafargue
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  Created
within the last 10 years, the appellation of Pessac-Leognan
has a unique terroir in the larger appellation of Graves, from
whence it came. Pessac-Leognan borders on the city of Bordeaux
and possesses a soil more favorable to Cabernet Sauvignon than
the rest of Graves, and is home to all of the Cru Classé
Graves wines such as Haut-Brion and La Tour Martillac. This
appellation is known for both red and white wines.
Château Lafargue is located in the village of Martillac
and has 18 hectares planted to red grapes and 2 hectares planted
to white grapes, on a gravel soil underlain by gravelly clay-limestone
subsoil. Jean-Pierre Leymarie produces both red and white wines
that are rich and full flavored and truly represent their terroir.
Château Lafargue rouge is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon
(40%), Cabernet franc (15%), Merlot (40%), Malbec (2.5%) and
Petit Verdot (2.5%). The wine is vinified in stainless steel
with temperature regulation and aged one year in French oak
barrels with about 25% new oak every year. The red offers depth
and complexity in both aromas and flavor and is deeply colored.
The palate is filled with black fruit flavors livened up with
pleasing acidity and charming bright-ness that continues on
into the finish.
In keeping with the mission of Grape News Importing, this wine
represents an excellent value and a wine to follow in years
to come. photos
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Chicago,
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