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Saint Emilion AOC Grand Cru Classé 2018 (750 ml.) Chateau de Ferrand
Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé 2018 by Château de Ferrand is an elegant and intense red wine that perfectly reflects the tradition of its terroir. It is the flagship wine of the estate, a prestigious bottle born on the limestone plateau of Saint-Hippolyte, at 100 meters above sea level. Each plot is vinified separately to enhance the uniqueness of the site. The harmonious blend combines the soft fruitiness of Merlot with the freshness and tension of Cabernet Franc, enriched by a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled concrete vats, followed by 14–18 months of aging in French oak barrels (40% new). The bouquet is refined and expressive, with wild berries, sweet spices, and herbal notes. On the palate, it is deep and structured, with velvety tannins, excellent fruit ripeness, and a long, fresh, and fruity finish. Impressive aging potential.
- Product Category
- Red Wine
- Denomination
- Saint Emilion AOC
- Cru
- Grand Cru Classé
- Grape variety / Raw material
- merlot
- Variety / Assembly
- Merlot 73% and Cabernet Franc 27%
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2018
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- France
- Region
- FR - Bordeaux
- Alcohol Content
- 14.5% vol.
- Operating Temperature
- 16° – 18° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Tulip glass very large
- Special Features
- Small Wine Makers
- Gastronomic Pairings
- Earth Primaries, Aged Cheeses, Game, Red Meats, White Meats
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, thanks to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
CDR-SAINT-EMILION-GRAND-CRU-CLASSE'-2018
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Chateau de Ferrand
In the heart of the famous Saint-Émilion denomination, Château de Ferrand represents one of the most fascinating and historic realities of the Bordeaux landscape. Founded in the early 18th century by Elie De Bétoulaud, a brilliant lawyer, poet, and patron as well as an intimate friend of the Sun King, the estate was born with the ambition to emulate the lavish atmosphere of the Palace of Versailles. A dream that took shape among refined architectures, underground galleries, and an expanse of land that still captivates today.
In 1978, the entry of the Bich family, famous for creating the Bic empire, marked a new era for Ferrand. After the baron's passing, the property remained firmly in the hands of his family, now represented by Pauline Bich Chandon-Moët and her husband Philippe Chandon-Moët, heirs of two great names in French tradition. Since 2010, the couple has launched an ambitious renewal plan: replanting the vineyards based on ampelographic studies, selecting the most suitable clones for the terroir, adopting sustainable viticultural practices, and expanding the infrastructure with custom vats for selected parcels.
In 2012, thanks to this forward-thinking vision, Château de Ferrand was awarded the title of Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé. The estate now extends over 42 hectares, of which 32 are planted with Merlot (70%), Cabernet Franc (29%), and Cabernet Sauvignon (1%), cultivated with artisanal care and an innovative spirit.
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Address:
Allée de Saint-Poly, Saint-Hippolyte, 33330 Saint-Émilion, France
Color: intense ruby red, almost impenetrable, with purple reflections on the rim that confirm its youth and vivacity. The brilliance of the wine denotes a good phenolic extraction and careful vinification.
Bouquet: deep and layered. It opens with notes of ripe black fruits such as blackberry, plum and cassis, followed by hints of black cherry. This is followed by sweet spicy aromas of vanilla and cloves, due to the aging in barrique, accompanied by hints of cocoa, blond tobacco and a light mineral touch. The whole is elegant and complex, with a continuous evolution in the glass.
Taste: structured and powerful, with tannins well present but finely chiseled, which give grit without excess. The sip is full and consistent with the nose, with a nice fruity and spicy return. The balanced acidity and well-integrated alcohol content ensure excellent overall harmony. The persistence is long, with a finish on notes of graphite, licorice and black fruit jam.
- James Suckling: 94/100
- Wine Enthusiast: 93/100
- Wine Advocate (Robert Parker): 92/100
- Jeb Dunnuck: 92/100
- Vinous: 91/100
- Decanter: 91/100
Overall Rating: 92/100
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THE WINE
Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé 2018 by Château de Ferrand is an elegant and intense red wine that perfectly reflects the tradition of its terroir. It is the flagship wine of the estate, a prestigious bottle born on the limestone plateau of Saint-Hippolyte, at 100 meters above sea level. Each plot is vinified separately to enhance the uniqueness of the site. The harmonious blend combines the soft fruitiness of Merlot with the freshness and tension of Cabernet Franc, enriched by a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled concrete vats, followed by 14–18 months of aging in French oak barrels (40% new). The bouquet is refined and expressive, with wild berries, sweet spices, and herbal notes. On the palate, it is deep and structured, with velvety tannins, excellent fruit ripeness, and a long, fresh, and fruity finish. Impressive aging potential.
THE COMPANY
The history of the Château de Ferrand winery begins in the early 18th century, the owner and founder was Elie De Bétoulaud, lawyer, poet and patron of the arts, great friend of King Louis XIV. With the aim of recreating the atmosphere of the Palace of Versailles he built and founded Chateau De Ferrand, divided into various rooms, tunnels and hectares of land; passed down for generations until 1978.
In this year Baron Bich purchased the Château de Ferrand property, which despite her death shortly after her remained the property of the family and still today of the owner Pauline Bich Chandon-Moët together with her husband Philippe Chandon-Moët. Together they manage this Chateau with ambitious projects, in fact since 2010, the Ferrand castle has undergone important works; The vineyard is renovated and replanted after an accurate ampelological study of the soil and an adaptation of the vines to the terroir. Cultivation methods are redesigned as are winemaking buildings; the cellars are modernized, the vats multiplied and adapted to allow better management of the plots.
In 2012 the family's commitment paid off: Ferrand became a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé. The property today extends for 42 total hectares of which 32 are under the denomination and classification Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé, the cultivated vines are: Merlot 70%, Cabernet Franc 29% and Cabernet Sauvignon 1%.