Union de Producteurs St-Émilion
Château Bénitey Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
2015
About this winery
Robert Villepigue, director of Château Figeac from 1905 to 1928 then owner of Château Cadet Piolat had the idea of creating a cooperative winery in Saint-Emilion in the 1930s. In 1966, the winery was recognized as a producer group. Its activity then extended to the 8 communes of the Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC) "Saint-Emilion" Today, the Union of Producers represents more than 12% of all AOC Saint-Emilion.
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Product notes
Château Bénitey takes its name from a cross at the junction of the road above the vineyard, a cross reminiscent of a holy water font.
Production notes
Harvest by plot and by grape variety. Gravity vatting in thermoregulated stainless steel vats. Pre-fermentation maceration. Vatting for 25 to 30 days. Malolactic fermentation in vats. Aging for twelve to fourteen months in French oak barrels (20 to 40% new).
Tasting notes
Château Bénitey is characterized by a purple color, an intense nose of blackberry and blackcurrant, all in finesse. With a fresh entry in the mouth, this is a wine offering beautiful tannins and an aromatic expression of good length. Enjoy with grilled lamb chops or a piece of beef, with pepper sauce. Serving temperature: 16 to 18 ° C.