Château Destieux Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé

The Château Destieux Saint-Émilion 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-Émilion 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.

Storage Instructions

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.