Saintem 2015
Saintayme / Saintem 2015 - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
De ene keer zie ik Saintayme of het etiket en de andere keer Saintem. Wat is het verschil, want voor de rest zijn de etiketten identiek.
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Druivenras |
Merlot |
|---|---|
| Over het wijnhuis | Saintayme is gevestigd in Saint-Étienne-de-Lisse vlakbij het idyllische wijndorp Saint-Émilion aan de rechteroever van Bordeaux. Het château heeft vooral naam gemaakt dankzij zijn eigenaar, Denis Durantou, die tevens eigenaar was van één van de beste wijnhuizen uit AOC Pomerol: Château L’Eglise-Clinet. |
| Robert Parker | 90-92 |
| Wine Spectator | 92 |
| James Suckling | 93 |
| Jancis Robinson | 16/20 |
| Awards | "The 2015 Saintayme is pure Merlot and raised in 30% new oak. It has a gorgeous bouquet with blackberry and cranberry fruit, a touch of vanilla emanating from the new oak that is nicely integrated. The palate is medium-bodied with good depth, a "solid" Saintayme, a pleasant chewiness with a feisty dark berry, licorice-tinged finish. This comes recommended - a fine Saint Emilion from the hands of Denis Durantou." - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate "A juicy and delicious red with red tile, plums and cherries. Full body, round tannins and a long and juicy finish. Absurdly good for the price. Love it. Drink now or hold. Better in 2020." - James Suckling "Tasted blind. Notably dark crimson. Not much nose. Round and satiny. Lots of polish and work. Fresh though not that complex. Neat finish." - Jancis Robinson "The core of plum, cassis and blackberry paste flavors is still a bit compact, but there is juicy energy through the licorice- and toast-fueled finish and a lovely sense of polish overall. Long. Best from 2019 through 2027. 3,000 cases made." - Wine Spectator |
| Wijnsoort | Rode wijn |
| Wijnhuis | Saintayme |
| Land | Frankrijk |
| Regio | Bordeaux |
| Appellatie | Saint-Émilion |
| Jaartal | 2015 |
| Alcoholpercentage | 15,00 |
| Biologisch gecertificeerd | Nee |
| Vegan friendly | Nee |
| Inhoud | 75 cl |
| Verpakt per | 12 |
| Verpakking | Doos |
| Schroefdop | Nee |
| Brutogewicht fles | 1,35 |
Van de hand van Denis Durantou, één van de meest getalenteerde wijnmakers op de steeds duurder wordende rechter oevers van de Gironde. Hij maakt ook de zeer gewilde Pomerol Eglise-Clinet. Zijn Saintem Saint Emilion Grand Cru kost echter een schijntje daarvan en is beslist een "Value for money" wijn. 100% Merlot. In de extraverte geur rijp fruit zoals kersen en blauwe bessen, bloemen, kruiden, ceder, chocolade, mokka en een vleug tabac. Zachte tannine, veel zwoele materie met goede structuur. Vanwege de koele ligging van de wijngaard ook voldoende frisheid in de wijn. Uit warm topjaar 2018. Sleeper of the vintage zou Robert Parker zeggen.
Enkele jubelende internationale critici:
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate (April 2019): 89-91/100 points, "Produced by Denis Durantou of Château L’Eglise Clinet, the 2018 Saintem is made of 100% Merlot with 30% new oak and 14.5% alcohol. Deep garnet-purple colored, it bursts from the glass with plum preserves, crushed blackberries and chocolate-covered cherries with hints of lavender, unsmoked cigar and fragrant earth. Medium to full-bodied, the palate reveals beautiful freshness and elegance with soft tannins and loads of mineral sparks on the finish."
Score: 93/100, James Suckling, maart 2021 "Aromas of blackberries, chocolate, cherries, pine needles and bark follow through to a medium to full body with refined tannins and a juicy, nicely fruity finish. Try after 2024."
Score: 94/100, Jeb Dunnuck, "Emerging from the talents of Denis Durantou, the 100% Merlot 2018 Saintayme should be snatched up by readers who want a brilliant, delicious Bordeaux to enjoy over the coming decade. Terrific notes of black cherries, kirsch, flowery incense, cedarwood, and tobacco all define the bouquet, and it's medium to full-bodied and beautifully balanced, with silky tannins and a ripe, hedonistic, yet balanced style that's a joy to drink.