Bordeaux - Haut-Médoc - Château Semonlon

​Château Semonlon Haut-Médoc

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Avensan, Gironde
Château Semonlon is located in Avensan, a small commune not far from Margaux, whose vineyards border those of Château Citran. The property is owned by the Dumora family, whose patrimony spans several generations.
Its 7 hectares are planted with 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, while the average age of the vines is 35 years. The soil is comprised of muddy gravel, large stones and small amounts of clay.
Depending upon the year, a green harvest and leaf plucking may take place. The harvest is manual. The pressed juice is fermented in stainless steel following a cold macération.
Once the malolactic fermentation has taken place, the wine is racked into two year old oak barrels where it continues its evolution for 12 months. Annual production at the Château is 45,000 bottles or just under 4,000 cases.
Château Semonlon Haut-Médoc
Tasting Notes: The wine's deep ruby color emits aromas that are complex yet elegant, with notes of blackcurrant, red and black berries, and licorice along with a touch of vanilla and spice. Really good value, sturdy little Bordeaux.