barton & guestier
B&G Bordeaux Rouge
"Cuvée Rambaud"
Location
France
Region
Bordeaux
GRAPE VARIETIES
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
WINEMAKING
Controlled extraction – 3 weeks maceration with daily pumping over – ageing in oak in our modern and high-tech cellars.
TASTING NOTES
Deep red color with ruby highlights. Intense aromas of very ripe red fruit: blackcurrant, strawberry. When agitated, fine and elegant vanilla, toasty and roasted hazelnut notes appear. Extremely fruity and well-balanced, with rich and velvety tannins. Long and supple finish.
PAIRING
Pasta in savoury tomato sauce, Tuscan-style veal chops, marinated steak, butter roasted chicken, all cheeses – Best served between 60◦F and 65◦F.
KEY FACTS
- This cuvee pays tribute to Germain Rambaud, Thomas Barton’s first cellar master.
- The terroirs’ diversity of the blend makes a well-balanced wine with character and complexity.
- Vegan Friendly & Sustainably farmed, certification in process.
AWARDS
- Cameron Douglas MS - 92 pts - Vintage 2018
- WSWA 2016 - Double Gold Medal – Vintage 2014