Capbern 2016
Capbern 2016 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc (Saint-Estèphe, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, roast chicken, roast pork. Cheapest offer £30.00 at Hedonism Wines.
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Capbern 2016 is a Saint-Estephe bottling from the same winemaking team as Chateau Calon-Ségur, representing a blend of 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot. The 2016 vintage is widely considered one of the estate`s finest, offering a clean and precise bouquet of blackberry, mint and pencil lead. The palate is medium-to-full-bodied with the typical bold, grainy tannic structure of the region, balanced by a refreshing acidity and a persistent graphite finish. Aged for 18 months in 60% new French oak, this wine is an elegant and vibrant expression of its gravelly terroir, with a slow build of power that will allow it to age gracefully until 2040.