Château Croix de Labrie – Saint-Émilion Grand Cru – Red – 2016 – 3000 ml:

 

The Cult Wine of Saint-Émilion: Château Croix de Labrie

Château Croix de Labrie is a true Right Bank revelation, a boutique winery renowned for its opulent, plush, and deeply concentrated Merlot-dominant wines. Crafted by Axelle and Pierre Courdurié on a small, organically and biodynamically farmed estate, this Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé is often described as ‘Bordeaux sex in a bottle’-a testament to its hedonistic and irresistible charm. It delivers massive pleasure right out of the gate while promising superb aging potential.

Tasting Notes (The Luxury Profile)

• **Color:** Deep, inky dark purple, almost opaque.
• **Nose:** An explosive, multi-faceted bouquet of black cherry liqueur, cassis, dark chocolate, smoke, licorice, and espresso. The aroma profile is both rich and complex, with a subtle chalky minerality providing lift.
• **Palate:** Thick, dense, and powerful, yet wrapped in a velvet texture. Expect endless layers of sweet, ripe black and blue fruits, licorice, and black forest cake. The tannins are supple, polished, and ultra-fine, leading to a vibrant, structured, and incredibly long finish that just won’t quit.

Pairing & Service Recommendations

This wine is a showstopper best served slightly cool at 60°F (15.5°C). Decant for 1-2 hours when young to allow its perfume to fully unfold. It is a perfect match for:

• Slow-Cooked Lamb Shanks with a rich reduction sauce.
• A prime, grilled Ribeye Steak (Bone-In) with herb butter.
• Rich Mushroom and Truffle Pasta dishes.

Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2016
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