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Chateau Larose Perganson 2015
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Blend
54% Cabernet Sauvignon
43% Merlot
3% Petite Verdot - Country France
- Region Bordeaux
- Appellation Haut-Medoc
- UPC 0 15643 42735 0
Description
The historic terroir of Domaine de Perganson is the result of an audacious project of the King’s advisor, Jean-Pierre de Pontet, who purchased the land in 1719 to plant vines. Today this estate of originality and great promise is under the guardianship of Vignobles de Larose. Although the chateau building which once stood here disappeared in the turmoil of the Second World War, its wine is still produced with the greatest respect for the earth and for its history.
Whilst the absence of its own independent winemaking cellars precluded it from being classified “Exceptionnel”, it received the honor of being classified a Cru Bourgeois Supérieur. The selection is made by an independent panel of experts and will be reviewed every five years. Several factors are considered including agricultural, environmental and technical as well as site visits. Multiple vintages are then blind tasted from each Chateau to determine the final classification. The first labels to carry the new classification will be featured on the 2018 vintage labels.
Tasting Notes
Very deep, dark ruby color with nice shimmering reflections. The nose combines notes of beeswax, cinnamon stick, Madagascar vanilla and licorice. The palate is marked by an almost perfect balance and overall indulgence. The finish is already smooth, with complex aromas of black fruit, bramble. A vintage that is already attractive with its harmonious, smooth and very aromatic profile.
Estate
During an Auction in 1719, Jean-Pierre du Pontet, Counselor to the King, acquires the Estate of Perganson. He adds this property to Langoa and Canet which he already owned. At his death, his oldest son M. Pontet de Canet inherits his properties in Saint-Julien; his younger son, M. Pontet-Perganson, in turn inherits the Château in Saint-Laurent. The first brokering of the great wines of Perganson was done by the Lawton courtier in 1742. Its market price regularly put it at the 5th Classified Growth level. The name of Larose st appears in the 1830’s, after Henry Delaroze, co-inheritor of future Gruaud-Larose in Saint-Julien, becomes owner of erganson as well in 1815. Pontet-Perganson then becomes Larose-Perganson. In 1986, Allianz purchases the Estate, partaking in the tremendous potential of its terroir.
Vinification
Classic three week initial fermentation. Aged in oak barrels for 12 to 16 months.
