Retour Alexandre Sirech - Saint-Estèphe - Le Saint-Estèphe - Rouge - 2019
COUNTRY/REGION: Bordeaux
DESIGNATION: AOP Saint-Estèphe
COLOR: Red
VINTAGE: 2019
GRAPE VARIETY: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
ALCOHOL: 14.5 vol.
CONTENT: 75 cl
The tasting
Color Intense ruby red, almost black.
Nose Ripe and fresh, blue plum jam and black fruit flavors punctuated by hints of blonde wood and a touch of smoke.
Palate Velvety, of good consistency, rich, full-bodied and pure with beautiful notes of liquorice , this bottle marvelously brings together the expression of Saint-Estephe, combining maturity, power, density and freshness.
The sommelier's advice
Temperature Decant 1 to 2 hours before serving between 16 and 18°C.
Food Venison stew, leg of lamb, duck confit gratin, osso bucco.
Cellar ageing From now until 2030
The estate and the wine
The estate and the wine A truly inspired winemaker, Alexandre Sirech delivers a clear reading of each terroir he sets his eyes on, producing wines of remarkable precision. As a fan of pure and fruity wines, where the selected grape’s aromas are perfectly enhanced by a precise maturation, he creates unique wines that enchant us at every tasting. 


In Bordeaux, he makes an incredible Saint-Estèphe, from exceptional grape selections, combining the best juices of the prestigious appellation with the know-how of one of the most prized Crus Classés in the area, whose name we cannot reveal...


We are delighted to present to you this secretive offer again this year. In 2019,  Alexandre Sirech once again repeats his feat of making us crave this incredible wine which holds no equivalent on the ‘Place de Bordeaux’. Some of you are already familiar with the scope of this wine; it would be a real shame to miss out on the beautiful 2019 vintage.
Wine The 2019 Saint-Estephe once again delivers the best expression of the appellation, between power and consistency. On this beautiful and perfectly ripe vintage, it offers intense notes of black fruits and a smoky touch. The tannins are still firm and the wine is full-bodied. Body, density, freshness: here is a great bottle that combines all the best assets. At this price, it is exceptional.
Vinification Hand harvested. Aged for 9 months in French oak barrels (17% new).
AWARDS
AWARDS Wine rated 96/100 by our Selection Committee !