Aiguilhe, Cotes de Castillon – 2019

A distinguished expression of Bordeaux’s prestigious Right Bank, Aiguilhe Côtes de Castillon 2019 is a refined red wine that beautifully reflects the exceptional terroir of Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux. Crafted from carefully selected vineyard parcels and matured with meticulous attention to detail, this remarkable vintage offers outstanding richness, elegance, and complexity, showcasing the harmony between concentrated fruit, refined oak, and silky tannins.

Deep garnet red in color with brilliant ruby reflections, it opens with captivating aromas of blackcurrant, ripe blackberry, dark cherry, and plum, gracefully layered with notes of cedar, tobacco leaf, violet, dark chocolate, graphite, and subtle baking spices. On the palate, it is full-bodied with a luxurious, velvety texture, revealing concentrated flavors of cassis, black fruits, cocoa, espresso, and toasted oak. Fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity provide exceptional balance and structure, while careful barrel maturation enhances depth, finesse, and remarkable aging potential.

The finish is long, elegant, and beautifully persistent, leaving lingering notes of ripe dark berries, mocha, cedar, warm spice, and refined earthy minerality that create a sophisticated and memorable tasting experience.

Food Pairing: Pairs exceptionally well with grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, beef Wellington, duck confit, slow-braised short ribs, mature hard cheeses, and classic French cuisine.

Serving Suggestion: Best served at 16–18°C. Decant for 45–60 minutes before serving to fully reveal its expressive aromas, layered complexity, and refined structure.