La Grande Citadelle - Bourg

Côtes de Bourg ORIGIN TERROIR The Côtes de Bourg wine region lies on the right bank of the Dordogne and the Garonne where the climate, which is much milder than in Bordeaux, produces healthy grapes with optimum ripeness levels Merlot, the appellation’s predominant grape variety, thrives in the appellation’s rich soils and is blended with Cabernet and Malbec to lend the wines their remarkable diversity VINIFICATION Traditional. GRAPES VARIETIES Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec Cabernet Franc TASTING NOTES Deep dark red in colour Aromatic nose of white fruits combined with oaky notes and spice The well structured palate offers a smooth attack and velvety tannins FOOD & WINE PAIRING The ideal partner for duck slivers, cured meats or hard cheeses. 18 C.