Chateau St Georges 1500ml 2019 domaine-jean-tardy improving for decades

improving for decades

dark colour

whilst within its depth are the more complex spice and aromas which open in the glass to show its true gamey rich and savoury richness

Those vines at the top of the slope thrive on limestone (the `St-Émilion plateau') whilst those further down benefit from a clay/loam topsoil (the 'Côtes')

then a small amount of stirring helps to start malolactic fermentation

Chateau St Georges 1500ml 2019 domaine-jean-tardy improving for decadesWith just a mere 5 hectare estate, the Chateau St Georges St Emilion is one of the best value wines in Bordeaux. The estate has changed hands several times since the French Revolution until it was bought by Petrus Desbois in 1891, to be used as his summer residence. Since then it has remained a private family home and vineyard, carefully nurtured by each generation.