Mission Codename Le Grand Cru
The last time most of us saw a bottle of Bordeaux it was probably being poured in a James Bond movie. The aura, antiquity, and mad pricing for the top wines has pushed the place away from the people. This sub-$25 special-offer challenges the notion that Bordeaux is for international stars only. A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc from 40-50 year old vines grown at Château Lassègue, a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru. This tastes as good as $75+ “Right Bank” blends from the Napa Valley and Columbia Valley. Drink now, or well into the 2020’s.
What the Winery Says
2011 Le Cadrans de Lassegue Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
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- Vigneron
- Pierre Seillan
- Vineyard
- Château Lassègue, Saint-Émilion
- Age of the Vines
- 40-50 years
- Composition
- 75% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Alcohol
- 13%
- Barrel Aging
- 8 months in new French oak.
About the Winery
Chateau Lassegue
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