Château Grand Corbin-Despagne 2015

The character of a dense Saint-Emilion red wine

The estate

Château Grand Corbin-Despagne enjoys an idyllic location to the northwest of the Saint-Emilion plateau, on the fringe of the Pomerol appellation, on the right bank of Bordeaux. The estate was founded at the end of the 18th century. This 2020 vintage is the 209th vintage to be produced by the Despagne family on this estate.

The vineyard

The vineyard of Château Grand Corbin-Despagne comprises nearly 29 hectares. It spreads over clay-siliceous soils upon iron-bearing stone and ancient sands on clay. The vineyard has been managed in a certified organic manner since 2013. The vines are 39 years old on average and produce fine Saint-Emilion wines.

Vinification and ageing

Hand-picked in crates. 5 successive sortings in order to keep only the best quality grapes. Vinification by plot, with light pumping over, delestage and punching down.

The blend

Merlot (75%)

Cabernet Franc (24%)

Cabernet Sauvignon (1%).

Château Grand Corbin-Despagne 2015: Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

Colour

This wine is a deep ruby-red colour with subtle purple hues.

Nose

The nose gives off fruity aromas.

Palate

Supple and velvety, the palate blends ripe fruity fragrances with delicate tannins. The finish is persistent and refined.