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CLOS DE SARPE Grand Cru Classé Saint-Emilion Bordeaux rouge 2017

Bordeaux red Saint-Emilion

€37,50 / 75cl inc. VAT | Limited availability

Clos De Sarpe 2017 asserts itself with beautiful vibrancy, the result of a year that maintained its momentum. The palate unfolds with fresh blackberry and fine licorice, supported by a mineral touch that lengthens the finish. It is a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé with a precise structure, promising a harmonious evolution.

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Producer:Clos de Sarpe
Appellation: Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
Region: Bordeaux
Country: France
Grape varieties: Bordeaux Blend Red
Alcohol: 14.0
Color: Red
Condition: Perfect

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Jeb Dunnuck Tasting Note

From a vintage compared to 1999 by the estate, 2017 Chateau Clos De Sarpe comes from Jean Guy Beyney’s tiny 3.70-hectare estate which is located just northeast of the town of Saint-Emilion. A blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc that was brought up in 60% new barrels, it has a beautiful perfume of creme de cassis, crushed rocks, sappy herbs, and white flowers. This is a rich, concentrated 2017 with loads of richness and fleshy, medium to full body, ripe tannins, and a kiss of background oak. Do your best to hide bottles for 5-7 years, and it will evolve for two decades or more.

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About the Producer

About the Producer

The Clos de Sarpe estate embodies the warm and captivating expression of the great wines of Saint-Émilion. This family property, firmly rooted in the prestigious terroir of the Bordeaux Right Bank, was acquired by Jean Beyney at the beginning of the 20th century. Since then, several generations have followed, and today Jean-Guy Beyney and his wife continue to perpetuate viticulture that is respectful of the soil and the environment. Château Clos de Sarpe produces powerful and complex red wines—wines for aging, crafted to stand the test of time, much like its Grand Cru Classé de Saint-Émilion. There is also Charles de Sarpe, a second wine appreciated for its elegance and aromatic richness. Legend has it that the name "Sarpe" comes from an ancient word for a pruning hook, the traditional tool of the winemaker. Clos de Sarpe remains an independent, human-scale estate, founded on respect for the land and a constant pursuit of perfection for the pleasure of fine wine lovers. A beautiful expression of Saint-Émilion. Among the most sought-after labels are Château Clos de Sarpe and Charles de Sarpe, both useful benchmarks for understanding the identity of the estate.

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