🍷 Fleur de Pédesclaux
AOC Pauillac: a second wine revealing a more approachable side of Médoc
Pauillac is often associated with powerful, structured red wines. Fleur de Pédesclaux offers a softer interpretation, driven by a Merlot-dominant blend that emphasizes fruit and suppleness. Its notes of freshly picked red fruits, almonds, and orange peel create an approachable profile, complemented by round, velvety tannins. A wonderful opportunity to discover the world of a Grand Cru Classé through an accessible and expressive cuvée.
🔍 Key characteristics
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Appellation: AOC Pauillac
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Producer: Château Pédesclaux – Lorenzetti Family
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Château classification: Fifth Grand Cru Classé of 1855
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Status: Fleur de Pédesclaux – Second wine of Château Pédesclaux
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Vintage: 2017
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Wine region: Bordeaux – Médoc
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Country: France
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Grape varieties: 75% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot
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Terroir: Garonne gravels on a limestone base
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Alcohol content: 13% ABV
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Volume: 75 cl
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Aging: 12 months in barriques, including 30% new oak.
👁️ Wine characteristics:
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Appearance: Garnet red with deep reflections.
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Nose: Approachable notes of pastry, almonds, and orange peel.
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Palate: Freshly picked red fruit dominates, with a supple and velvety texture. Round tannins complement the tasting without overpowering the wine.
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Finish: Delicate and persistent, continuing the fruit and almond nuances.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Its roundness and fruity expression naturally complement generous cuisine:
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Red meats: Roast beef fillet and grilled ribeye.
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Duck: Roast or confit duck breast.
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Slow-cooked dishes: Braised beef and meat parmentier.
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Cheeses: Aged Cantal and Ossau-Iraty.
Our suggestion: roast duck breast, whose richness perfectly complements the suppleness of the Merlot.
🕰️ Tasting and storage advice:
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Serving temperature: 16 to 18°C.
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Preparation: Open approximately 30 minutes before serving to allow the wine to gradually express itself.
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Aging potential: Best enjoyed now to appreciate its fruity expression and melted tannins.
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Storage: Away from light and temperature fluctuations, ideally in a cool, stable cellar.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
In Pauillac, Garonne gravels resting on a limestone base create an environment conducive to the great Médoc grape varieties. Château Pédesclaux works its plots with particular attention to the ripeness and selection of the grapes.
For Fleur de Pédesclaux, gentle extraction and cold pre-fermentation maceration preserve the aromatic expression of the fruit. Barrel aging, with a measured proportion of new oak, then accompanies this material without overpowering the Merlot.
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