La Croix Bordeaux Superieur, Ch. Teyssier – Jonathan Maltus

Production Area
Saint Emilion, Bordeaux

Terroir
Clay, limestone soils

Grapes

Merlot 85%,  Cabernet Franc 15%

Vinification

The grapes are handpicked into small trays before transfer to the winery.  Only conveyors are used to transport the grapes and the wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks after cold maceration. The wines are aged in French oak for a shorter period than any of other wines

Aging

Maturation in French oak barrels for a few months

Colour:

Deep ruby red with purple hues

Bouquet:

Intense, the nose is dominated by red fruits with hints of vanilla

Taste:

Medium bodied wine, nose palette confirmation.  A Merlot based wine clearly offers an extra dimension of quality.

Food pairing:

Excellent accompaniment with pasta with red meaty sauces, red meat.

Alcohol:  14 % Vol.

Serving Temperature:

10 °C.

Aging Potential:

up to 5 years