2015 Clos St. Julien St. Émilion Bordeaux France Wine Tasting Note
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2015
Clos St. Julien (St. Émilion)
From a blend of 50% Cabernet Franc and an equal amount of Merlot, this wine pops with floral, stone, plum and black cherry notes. With layers of fruit and ripe tannins, the wine is full bodied, rich, lush and deep, leaving a solid and memorable impression on your palate. The wine reached 14% ABV. 3,762 Views Tasted Apr 29, 2016 |
When to Drink Clos St. Julien, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time
Clos St. Julien requires at least 5-9 years in the cellar before it starts to come together. Of course, that can vary slightly, depending on the vintage. Clos St. Julien is best enjoyed in the first 7-25 years of life.
Young vintages can be decanted for 2 hours, give or take. This allows the wine to soften and open its perfume. Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment.
Serving Clos St. Julien with Wine and Food Pairings
Clos St. Julien is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift.
Clos St. Julien is best paired with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes. Clos St. Julien is also good when matched with Asian dishes, rich fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta.
The problem Clos St. Julien suffers from in the marketplace is the confusion caused by the name of the estate. It is difficult for many consumers and merchants to buy or sell a wine from Saint Emilion called St. Julien, due to the natural confusion By the appellation names.