Style
Type
Still
Winemaker
Bertrand Gabriel Vigouroux
Appellation
Cahors
Varieties
Malbec, Merlot
Farming
Biodynamic, Certified Sustainable (On Label), and Organic
Terroir
The terroir is enriched with clay and silica.
Ratings & Reviews
Vineyard
The vineyard and its 36 hectares of vines lie on the third terraces of the Lot valley, between Caillac and Mercuès, and are planted on an ancient alluvial soil from the Mindel era. The terroir is enriched with clay and silica, combined with high planting density.
Vinification
85% Malbec, 15% Merlot
Aging
12 months in stainless steel. 6 months in bottle before release.
Features
Bottle, Cork
Available Sizes (L)
0.750
Distribution Area
Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania
Shelf Talkers
Tech Sheets
Tasting Note
A blend of 85% Malbec and 15% Merlot, "Les Ailes" is the second wine of Chateau de Mercues. Les Ailes, supple and round, refers to the winged helmet of Mercury, the messenger of the gods and the god of travel. The wine shows complex aromas of red fruits; peppery and spicy notes. Beautiful amplitude in the mouth with soft and velvety tannins.
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