Chateau Piney Saint Emilion Grand Cru, Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, France 2020

Description

Neighbour of the famous Château Pipeau, Grand Cru Classé, Château Piney is situated near the village of Saint Hippolyte. Blessed with Saint Emilion’s telltale perfume and elegance, it offers an affordable taste of one of Bordeaux’ finest terroirs. Soils : clayey-sandy and sandy with a hint of lime Area under vine : 9.72 hectares Varieties : 65% Merlot, 35% Cabernets Average age of the vines : 45 years Winemaking : 100% fermented in stainless steel after a pre ferment maceration of one week. Pressed vertically for a very soft extraction. Ageing in French oak barrels