François Mitjavile, Roc De Cambes, 2020 - Magnum 2020
François Mitjavile, Roc De Cambes, 2020 - Magnum 2020 is a dry, full-bodied red from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc (Côtes de Bourg, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, roast pork, bolognese, steak. Cheapest offer £105.30 at Honest Grapes.
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François Mitjavile makes wines that polarise Bordeaux purists and enchant everyone else. His Roc de Cambes sits on the right bank of the Dordogne, where limestone and clay meet his unconventional winemaking to create something uniquely expressive. This is Merlot-based Bordeaux that prioritises texture and pleasure over classical structure. The 2020 shows Mitjavile's signature style: rich without being heavy, modern without losing soul. For those who prefer their Bordeaux with personality over pedigree, this is essential drinking.