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Technical Details
- Blend80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc
- WinemakerFrancois Mitjavile
- CountryFrance
- RegionBordeaux
- AppellationSt-Emilion
- Aging/Cooperage100% new barrels
- Alcohol15%
Tertre Roteboeuf Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2017
When two top Bordeaux critics say "wine of the vintage", you might want to take note. Both Jeb Dunnuck and Antonio Galloni loved this classic Saint-Emilion from the hallowed limestone plateau with neighbors like Pavie, Angelus, Ausone and Troplong. Château Le Tertre Rôteboeuf has rightfully earned its status in the very top echelon of Saint-Emilion producers after years of honing the farming and winemaking for the ultimate expression of right bank Bordeaux. It is owned by Francois Mitjavile, who also owns Château Roc de Cambes in the Côtes de Bourg. Production is tiny in comparison to some of its neighbors and Bordeaux, in general, with only 2,000 cases made annually.
This is a collectors item worth hoarding. This parcel has just arrived with the finest and freshest provenance available, directly from the winery's cold cellar. After the 6 bottles I snagged for MY cellar, we have a bit left and I can’t say enough about the ethereal qualities of this coveted wine.
A cellar centerpiece for decades to come...while it lasts!
PAIRING IDEAS: This needs some time (to put it lightly), but when you DO pop it, eat this absolute classic -- Beef Wellington. The mushrooms (add black truffles to really go crazy) with the puff pastry and beef is nothing short of utter decadence.
MUSIC SUGGESTIONS: This is sexy stuff. Try Al Green’s Greatest Hits, it’ll put you in the mood. "Let's Stay Together" is played at least once a week here at the First Bottle office!