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Ch Barreyre – NICOLAS BARREYRE Bordeaux Superieur

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The Facts

Origins France > Bordeaux > Bordeaux Superieur
Appellation Bordeaux Superieur
Varietal Bordeaux Red
Cepage 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
Winemaking As the second wine of Ch. Barreyre, Nicolas Barreyre follows the production practices of Ch. Barreyre: a dense planting of the vines to lower the yield; a green harvest in summer to further limit the yield; traditional vinification in neutral tank. After élevege in tank and partial blending with the “grand vin” which includes some wood-aged wine, the wine is bottled after 18 months of aging.
Aging 18 months
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The Character

Aromas Red and dark fruits
Mouthfeel Soft & Well-rounded
Tasting Notes Bright nose of red and dark fruits; soft, well-rounded texture on the palate with a touch of Bordeaux “grip.” Fresh and satisfying finish.
Selling Point Outstanding value in an everyday Bordeaux.
Pairings Meat and potatoes, full-flavored cheeses
Sustainability
  • 2020 - Sustainable In Practice
  • 2019 - Sustainable In Practice

The Story

A small, 9-hectare property with a view of the Garonne and the nearby port of Macau, Château Barreyre actually lies within the Haut Médoc. It is in fact quite close to the border of the Margaux appellation. Yet, due to its proximity to the river and higher clay content in the soil, Château Barreyre is entitled only to the appellation Bordeaux Supérieur – a boon to savvy consumers looking for bona fide Bordeaux at an affordable price. Nicolas Barreyre is the “second wine” of Ch. Barreyre, made from a selection of more fruit-forward cuvées, generally from younger vines. These cuvées are blended to make a wine for immediate enjoyment that still reflects the essential character of the property. At the same time, the production of a second wine allows for more concentration and complexity in the main wine or “grand vin,” Chateau Barreyre. The result is a serious Chateau Barreyre of great character and a delicious Nicolas Barreyre as a high-quality, easy-going Bordeaux for casual drinking.

About Ch Barreyre

Producer Story

Château Barreyre is an historic property with an authentic 18th century château. The château was constructed in 1774 by Nicolas Barreyre, but the cultivation of the vines on the property dates back even further. The Barreyre family is a prominent Bordelais family of bourgeois origin, which may explain why the estate weathered the French Revolution and remains within the family, even until this day. A small, 22.5 acre property with a view of the Gironde and the nearby port of Macau, Château Barreyre actually lies within the Haut-Médoc.

Producer Story

Château Barreyre is an historic property with an authentic 18th century château. The château was constructed in 1774 by Nicolas Barreyre, but the cultivation of the vines on the property dates back even further. The Barreyre family is a prominent Bordelais family of bourgeois origin, which may explain why the estate weathered the French Revolution and remains within the family, even until this day. A small, 22.5 acre property with a view of the Gironde and the nearby port of Macau, Château Barreyre actually lies within the Haut-Médoc.

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