The 2014 Château Clerc Milon is an elegant, full-bodied Bordeaux red wine from the Pauillac region. It features flavors of blackcurrant, cedar, and graphite, with silky tannins. This 5th Grand Cru Classé blends 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot, and 1% Carmenère.
Key Details
- Alcohol Content: 13.5%.
- Color: Deep, dark garnet red.
- Aroma: Warm blackcurrant, blackberry preserves, dark chocolate, cedar, and subtle floral or herbal spice notes.
- Palate: Full-bodied with a silky, velvety texture. It has well-rounded tannins and finishes long with hints of vanilla, roasted oak, and a touch of sea salt.
- Decanting Time: 2 hours is recommended to open up the complex flavors.
- Pairing: Pairs perfectly with rich meats like beef, lamb, or spicy salami.
Core Flavor and Palate Characteristics
- Rich Aroma: A harmonious blend of blackcurrant, blackberry preserves, dark chocolate, cigar box, cedar, and vanilla.
- Structure and Tannins: Full-bodied, firm and mature in the mid-palate, with rounded, silky, creamy tannins.
- Acidity and Finish: Possesses excellent acidity and minerality, with a long finish offering fresh notes of graphite and forest floor.
Grape Blend and Winemaking Process
- Blend: 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot, and 1% Carmenère.
- Aging Conditions: Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels (50% of which are new oak).
