The Château Destieux Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé is an interesting wine. The Chateau is located on the right bank of the Dordogne river and utilizes a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot in the production of this delicious wine. This gives the wine an interesting balance and promotes deep characteristics.
The Château Destieux Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé is a bold wine. It is forward, lingering, and offers deep characteristics. It is a rather well-balanced wine, offering smooth, round tannins, and a nice, refreshing acidity. There is a slight sweetness to the wine that offsets the dryness just a touch. To the eye: beautiful deep reds are observed with a spattering of purple in the right light. On the nose: bold red and dark fruits are married with dark, deep spices such as blackcurrant, cherry, chocolate, and cinnamon, to name a few. On the palate: the sip is smooth and potent. It promotes deep, dark fruits and a plethora of spices. The wine offers a long finish, allowing the wine to fully showcase all its wonderful characteristics.
This beautiful wine is best paired with strong, boisterous dishes. Braised and grilled meats, heavy rich sauced - this wine marries them perfectly and cuts through the richness with its inherent fruitiness and richness.
Store your unopened bottle in a cool, dry, and dark place safe from constant vibration. Keep your bottle horizontal in a wine rack or cellar to retain the moistness of the cork. The ideal temperature for storage is between 7 to 15°C. Once opened, a bottle will be good for 3 to 5 days standing upright in the refrigerator.