🍷 Château Haut-Gravat – Cru Artisan Red

AOC Médoc: a structured, fruity, and elegant red Bordeaux

The Château Haut-Gravat Cru Artisan is a red wine from the Médoc Controlled Designation of Origin, located on the left bank of the Bordeaux vineyards, in the northern part of the Médoc. This family-owned estate is situated in Jau-Dignac-et-Loirac, between the Gironde estuary and the Atlantic Ocean. Its terroir benefits from an environment favorable to grape ripening and the production of balanced red wines.

Recognized as a Cru Artisan since the 2011 vintage, Château Haut-Gravat perpetuates a family winegrowing tradition by prioritizing soil cultivation and sustainable vineyard management. The vines are planted on a gravelly islet of Garonne origin, whose characteristics promote drainage and contribute to the expression of Bordeaux grape varieties.

The blend is based on traditional Médoc grape varieties, notably Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. Cabernet Sauvignon provides structure and depth, Merlot contributes roundness and fruit, while Cabernet Franc rounds out the blend with its aromatic finesse.

Château Haut-Gravat is distinguished by a profile combining black fruits, freshness, and spicy notes. Its aging in oak barrels helps enrich its aromatic palette with woody and vanilla nuances. It is an ideal accompaniment to red meats, grilled dishes, stews, and aged cheeses.

🔍 Main characteristics:

• Name: Château Haut-Gravat Cru Artisan

• Appellation: AOC Médoc

• Distinction: Cru Artisan

• Producer: Château Haut-Gravat

• Wine region: Bordeaux – Médoc

• Country: France

• Color: Red wine

• Type: Dry red wine

• Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc

• Alcohol content: 13%

• Volume: 75 cl

• Terroir: Gravel of Garonne origin

• Vinification: Cold maceration, fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, and extended maceration

• Aging: Approximately 12 to 16 months in oak barrels, according to the estate's general practices

• Viticulture: Sustainable farming, with no use of herbicides according to the estate

• Style: Fruity, structured, spicy, and elegant

👁️ Wine characteristics:

• Vintage: 2021

• Appearance: Deep, brilliant ruby red with garnet highlights.

• Nose: A complex bouquet combining aromas of blackcurrant and black cherry with fresh, slightly minty notes. Woody nuances and sweet spices further enrich the aromatic expression.

• Palate: The attack is fresh and expressive. Aromas of black fruits flourish in a generous body, supported by firm yet silky tannins. The balance between fruit, structure, and freshness gives the wine beautiful harmony.

• Finish: Persistent and elegant, marked by black fruits, sweet spices, and light toasted nuances.

• Style: A Médoc with character, combining tannic structure, aromatic freshness, and fruity expression.

🍽️ Food and wine pairings:

Château Haut-Gravat Cru Artisan is an ideal match for:

• 🥩 Red meats: Grilled prime rib, entrecôte bordelaise, or flank steak with shallots.

• 🍖 Lamb: Herb-roasted leg of lamb, rack of lamb, or slow-cooked shoulder.

• 🦆 Duck: Grilled magret, duck confit, or duck with porcini mushrooms.

• 🍲 Stews: Beef bourguignon, braised beef cheek, or daube.

• 🦌 Game: Venison stew or wild boar roast.

• 🍄 Traditional cuisine: Pan-fried porcini mushrooms, roasted potatoes, or sautéed mushrooms.

• 🧀 Aged cheeses: Mature Comté, characterful tomme, or Ossau-Iraty.

Our suggestion: Pair it with a grilled prime rib, served with roasted potatoes and a shallot sauce. The tannic structure of the Médoc complements the richness of the meat, while the black fruit aromas and spicy notes pleasantly extend the tasting experience.

🕰️ Tasting and storage tips:

• Serving temperature: Between 16 and 18 °C.

• Preparation: Open the bottle about 30 to 45 minutes before serving. Light aeration can enhance the expression of the aromas and soften the tannins.

• Aging potential: The 2021 vintage is currently in a phase of evolution. Tasting it now is appropriate; further aging depends on the storage conditions of the bottle.

• Storage: Keep the bottle lying down, away from light, in a cool cellar at a stable temperature and with appropriate humidity.

🌿 Terroir and vinification:

Château Haut-Gravat is located in Jau-Dignac-et-Loirac, in the Médoc, near the Gironde estuary and the Atlantic Ocean. The vineyard spans approximately 10 hectares on a gravelly islet of Garonne origin. This location benefits from a microclimate favorable to grape ripening.

The estate's overall vineyard planting includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. Cabernet Sauvignon contributes to the tannic structure and blackcurrant aromas. Merlot brings roundness and ripe fruit notes, while Cabernet Franc contributes to the aromatic finesse and the balance of the blend.

The estate practices traditional winemaking: after careful grape sorting, a cold maceration of three to four days is carried out, followed by fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. An extended warm maceration, lasting about three to four weeks depending on the vintage and the condition of the harvest, is then used to develop color and tannic structure.

The wines are then aged in oak barrels for approximately 12 to 16 months, according to the estate's general practices. The wood imparts vanilla nuances that harmonize with the wine's fruity aromas.

Château Haut-Gravat also prioritizes sustainable vineyard management. The estate reports having eliminated herbicides and favors mechanical soil work, as part of an effort to preserve the environment.

🏅 A Médoc Cru Artisan:

The Château Haut-Gravat has held the Cru Artisan recognition since the 2011 vintage. Located in Jau-Dignac-et-Loirac, this family property manages a vineyard of approximately 10 hectares and carries out vinification and bottling on-site at the estate.

The Cru Artisan designation distinguishes specific Médoc wine estates. It is separate from the 1855 Grand Cru Classé classification, which is based on a different historical ranking.

Château Haut-Gravat showcases its gravelly terroir through red wines that prioritize fruit expression, structure, and balance.

🍷 Why choose Château Haut-Gravat Cru Artisan?

• An AOC Médoc from the Bordeaux wine region.

• A family property recognized as a Cru Artisan.

• A blend of traditional Bordeaux grape varieties.

• Aromas of blackcurrant, black cherry, and sweet spices.

• A structured palate supported by silky tannins.

• Barrel aging that adds aromatic complexity.

• Gourmet pairings with red meats, lamb, and stews.

The Château Haut-Gravat Cru Artisan will appeal to Bordeaux lovers who are looking for a structured, fruity, and elegant red. It will naturally find its place alongside a fine cut of meat, a stew, or a traditional meal.

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