2022 Château Clerc-Milon, Pauillac 5. Cru Classé
Elegant and powerful Pauillac – perfect for Bordeaux lovers and classic meat dishes
Grapes and Vinification
A magnificent red Bordeaux with concentration and finesse. This 2022 Pauillac unites complexity with structure – the result of a warm, dry growing season and precision in the cellar.
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Carmenère – classic Pauillac blend with backbone and depth
- Hand-harvested from vineyards near Mouton Rothschild
- Vinified in temperature-controlled steel tanks, aged in 50% new French oak barrels for up to 16 months
Terroir and Origin
The wine comes from Pauillac – known for some of the world's most iconic wines with great concentration and longevity.
Soil: Gravelly and well-drained – ideal for the ripening of the Cabernet grape and provides the wine with structure and finesse.
Tasting Notes
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Aroma: Blackcurrant, cedar, graphite and dark spices
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Taste: Dense, focused fruit with notes of blackberry, mocha and vanilla
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Mouthfeel: Full-bodied, structured, with ripe tannins and a long, persistent finish
Serving and Food Pairing
Serving temperature: 16–18°C
- Grilled ribeye – matches the wine's tannin and body
- Lamb fillet with rosemary and garlic – highlights the wine's spicy depth
- Mature firm cheeses such as Comté or Manchego
- Wine for classic French cuisine and game