Château La Croix St-Estèphe
Château La Croix St-Estèphe 2018
A veritable vintage of extremes, the weather in 2018 allowed each plot to reach optimal ripeness to reveal wines of both impressive structure and beautiful aromatic potential.
Although winter was quite wet and spring required vigilance, the rest of the year enjoyed favorable conditions.
A hot summer with regular temperatures was followed by ideal weather in autumn to kick off the harvest. The vine prevailed, once again demonstrating the magic of Bordeaux… This solar vintage is above all synonymous with elegance and balance.
Tasting advice
Ageing Potential
Mainly sourced from the estate’s younger vines, Château Le Crock’s second wine is crafted with the same rigour and high standards as the Grand Vin. Although considered the "younger sibling" of Château Le Crock, it stands out for its accessibility and charm from an early age.
When to Drink It?
This wine can be enjoyed immediately, while also offering an ageing potential of 10 to 15 years, allowing its aromas to develop beautifully over time.
Food and Wine Pairing
This vintage pairs elegantly with flavourful dishes such as slow-cooked lamb shoulder, a delicate Jerusalem artichoke velouté, or a mushroom and chestnut risotto finished with butter, perfectly enhancing its structure and aromatic depth.
Technical sheet
Blend
56% Merlot
40% Cabernet Sauvignon
4% Cabernet Franc
40% Cabernet Sauvignon
4% Cabernet Franc
Soils
Garonnaises mindel, sandy-clay subsoil
Harvest Dates
From 24th September to 9th October
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