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Château Ausone

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Tasting notes

The 2014 Ausone, a blend of 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Merlot, was matured in barrel for 20 months with 85% new oak. Compared to the Chapelle d'Ausone, this Grand Vin demanded gentle coaxing from the glass. It eventually unfurls to reveal mineral-rich red berry fruit, oregano, orange blossom and later blackcurrant wine gums. It displays superb delineation. The palate is medium bodied with filigree tannin. There is an almost sorbet-like freshness conferred upon this Saint Emilion by the growing season, very harmonious and poised with one of the most precise and tensile finishes that you will find this vintage. One of the stars of the vintage, this may merit a higher score with bottle age. This is a great success.

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Provenance

Type
Red
Producer
Château Ausone
Country
France
Appellation
Saint-Emilion
Region
Bordeaux

Technical

Serving
16° - 18° C

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About this wine

Château Ausone is a renowned winery located in the Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. Founded in the late 18th century, the estate is renowned for producing some of the finest and most sought-after wines in the world. The estate is owned by the Dubois-Challon family, who have been producing wines from the estate since the early 19th century.

The estate is known for its Cabernet Franc and Merlot-based wines, which are aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months. The wines are known for their intense aromas and flavors of dark fruits, spices, and earthy notes. The wines are also known for their complexity and balance, with a long finish.

Château Ausone produces a range of wines, including a Grand Vin, a second wine, and a selection of single-vineyard wines. The Grand Vin is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, and is aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months. The second wine is a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, and is aged in oak barrels for up to 12 months. The single-vineyard wines are made from grapes grown in specific vineyards, and are aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months.

The estate also produces a range of sweet wines, including a Sauternes and a Monbazillac. The Sauternes is a blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc, and is aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months. The Monbazillac is a blend of Semillon and Muscadelle, and is aged in oak barrels for up to 12 months.

Château Ausone is renowned for its commitment to quality and excellence, and its wines are highly sought-after by collectors and connoisseurs alike. The estate is a symbol of the finest winemaking in the region, and its wines are a testament to the skill and dedication of the Dubois-Challon family.

If you're looking for a truly exceptional wine experience, Château Ausone is the perfect choice. With its commitment to quality and excellence, the estate produces some of the finest wines in the world, and is sure to

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Producer

Château Ausone

Château Ausone is a renowned wine producer located in the Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. The history of this estate dates back to the Roman era, when it was known as "Villa Ausonensis". The vineyards were first…

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Region

Bordeaux

Bordeaux, in the southwest of France, needs little introduction as one of the world's most famous, prestigious and prolific wine regions. The majority of Bordeaux wines (nearly 90 percent of production volume) are the dry…

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Appellation

Saint-Emilion

Saint-Émilion is one of Bordeaux's most historic wine appellations, located on the Right Bank of the Dordogne River approximately 40 kilometers east of Bordeaux city. The appellation encompasses the medieval town of…

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