2019 Château Capbern, Saint‑Estèphe

Grapes and Vinification

Château Capbern delivers a quintessential Saint‑Estèphe style: power, structure, and depth with respect for tradition.

• Dominant Cabernet Sauvignon, supplemented by Merlot and Petit Verdot – known for structure, dark berries, and tannins
• Grapes are hand-harvested and selected in the vineyard
• Vinified in temperature-controlled steel tanks and aged for approximately 18 months in French oak barrels (40–50% new)

Terroir and Origin

Saint‑Estèphe in the Médoc – known for robust, tannin-structured wines with great aging potential.

Soil: Gravel, sand, and limestone – the gravelly soil in the region gives the wine its distinctive structure and intensity

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Blackcurrant, forest floor, cedar, tobacco, and black pepper
• Taste: Full-bodied and concentrated with dark berries, chocolate, graphite, and elegant oak
• Mouthfeel: Strong tannins, upright acidity, and a long, cool finish

Serving and Food Pairing

Serving temperature: 16–18°C (preferably decanted 1 hour before)

• Grilled entrecôte or steak – matches the wine's structure and tannins
• Braised lamb or beef stew – highlights power and warm notes
• Mature, firm cheeses like Brebis or Comté
• Ideal for winter food, grilled dishes, and the wine cellar.