Château Gracia – Saint-Émilion Grand Cru – Red – 2012:

 

Château Gracia: The Cult ‘Garage Wine’ of Saint-Émilion Grand Cru

Château Gracia is the ultimate expression of modern, luxury Right Bank Bordeaux. Produced from a tiny, meticulously managed micro-estate by Michel Gracia, this Grand Cru is a collector’s dream. It pioneered the ‘Garage Wine’ movement in the late 90s, evolving to blend sheer power with remarkable elegance in its latest vintages. The clay and limestone terroir, combined with extremely low yields, results in a wine of extraordinary concentration and fruit purity.

Tasting Notes (Typical Vintage)

• **Color:** Deep garnet-purple with a dense, black core.
• **Nose:** A blockbuster bouquet of crushed black fruit (blackberry, cassis), black cherry, and floral accents of lilacs and violets. New French oak provides layers of cedar, vanilla, and graphite.
• **Palate:** Full-bodied and concentrated. The texture is suave, driven by exceptionally fine-grained, silky tannins. The finish is long, fresh, and mineral-driven, indicating serious aging potential.

Pairing & Service

This powerful Grand Cru demands rich, savory dishes. Serve at 60°F (15.5°C). Decanting for 1-2 hours is highly recommended for younger vintages to allow the complex aromas to open.

• **Suggested Pairings :** Wagyu Ribeye Steak (Blackened), Filet Mignon with Red Wine Reduction, Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops, Rich Mushroom Risotto.
• **Cellaring Potential :** 7 to 22+ years depending on the vintage.

Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2012
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