Château Tertre Roteboeuf – Saint-Émilion Grand Cru – Red – 2012 – 1500 ml
1 284,49 $
The legendary Saint-Émilion Grand Cru from Château Tertre Roteboeuf. An opulent, cult Bordeaux known for its velvety texture, ripe black fruit, truffle, and mocha notes. A Mitjavile masterpiece.
Château Tertre Roteboeuf – Saint-Émilion Grand Cru – Red – 2012 – 1500 ml:
Château Tertre Roteboeuf: A Right Bank Cult Legend
Château Tertre Roteboeuf is one of Bordeaux’s most distinctive and sought-after cult wines, masterfully crafted by François Mitjavile. Hailing from a prime clay-limestone hillside in Saint-Laurent-des-Combes, this Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is celebrated for its signature style: opulent, velvety, and intensely aromatic, often drawing comparisons to the great wines of Pomerol.
Tasting Notes (The Mitjavile Signature)
- Color: Deep, inky purple.
- Nose: Wildly expressive, showcasing layers of ripe black cherry, black truffle, mocha, exotic spices, and floral notes (violet). The 100% new oak is seamlessly integrated.
- Palate: Full-bodied, concentrated, and hedonistic. The texture is the hallmark-silky, sensual, and rich, framed by sweet, powerful tannins. The finish is persistent, complex, and memorable.
Pairing & Serving Suggestions
This is a collectors’ wine that demands a luxurious pairing. Decant for 1-2 hours when young. Serve at 62°F-65°F (17°C-18°C) alongside a rich protein to complement its density. It offers exceptional aging potential, rewarding decades of cellar time.
Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2012
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| Domain | Château Tertre Rotebœuf |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2012 |
| Country | France |
| Color | RED |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Format | 1500 ml |
| Packing | 3 |
