barton & guestier

Thomas Barton
Bordeaux

Location

France

Region

AOC Bordeaux

GRAPE VARIETIES

Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon

 

WINEMAKING

Controlled extraction - Alcoholic fermentation - 3 weeks maceration with daily pumping over - Malolactic-fermentation -minimum 6 months of ageing in French oak barrels.

 

TASTING NOTE

Deep and brilliant ruby red. Expressive with an explosion of ripe red berries (cherry, strawberry) mixed with notes of mint and liquorice. Good balance with smooth tannins and a long fruity aftertaste.

 

PAIRING

Tomato based pasta dishes, roasted chicken, steak, soft cheeses such as Morbier – Best between 16°C and 18°C.

 

KEY FACTS

  • Low yield (30hl/ha), hand-picked grapes.
  • Vegan Friendly & sustainably farmed: certification in process.
  • Typical “flacon bordelaise” bottle of the 18th century.

 

ThomasBartonReserveBordeaux2020.pdf
The Vineyards of

Barton & Guestier

The oldest winehouse from Bordeaux and the first imported wine brand in the USA, recommended by Thomas Jefferson.

Châteaux & Estates

Unique wines and vineyards with the Barton & Guestier signature in Bordeaux and Rhône valley.

B&G Appellation

The Authentic expression of the most iconic French AOC wines from the Loire Valley to Provence.

Thomas Barton

Paying tribute to the B&G founder with wines representing the quintessence of the finest Bordeaux.

B&G Réserve

The emblematic French varietals from Languedoc, Gascony and Corsica.

Bistro

The ideal bistro varietal wines: simple, delicious, fun, and excellent with lots of different foods and flavors.

Original

Varietal wines made with organically grown grapes reflecting B&G’s commitment to nature and future generations.

Sparkling wines

Bubbles for every celebration: Crémant, Mousseux, Alcohol free.