Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux.
90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc.
Château d'Aiguilhe is a prominent estate situated in the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation on Bordeaux's Right Bank. Spanning 50 hectares, this historic vineyard is celebrated for producing wines that combine power and elegance. The vineyards are primarily planted with Merlot and a smaller proportion of Cabernet Franc, flourishing in the region's limestone and clay soils.
James Suckling: 93/100
Decanter: 92/100
Lisa Perrotti-Brown - Wine Independent: 90-92/100
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2023 d'Aiguilhe features bright and breezy scents of redcurrant jelly, black raspberries, and wet slate leading to hints of charcoal and lavender oil. The medium-bodied palate has a firm backbone of fine-grained tannins and great tension supporting the vibrant red and black berry flavors, finishing on a chalky note. The blend is 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc.
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2023 d'Aiguilhe features bright and breezy scents of redcurrant jelly, black raspberries, and wet slate leading to hints of charcoal and lavender oil. The medium-bodied palate has a firm backbone of fine-grained tannins and great tension supporting the vibrant red and black berry flavors, finishing on a chalky note. The blend is 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc.