2022 Couvent des Jacobins St. Émilion Grand Cru Bordeaux France Wine Tasting Note
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2022
Couvent des Jacobins (St. Émilion Grand Cru)
Deep, and dark in color, and flavor, with layers of black fruits, espresso, and chocolate on the palate, as well as in the aromatic profile. The chocolatey finish is lusciously-textured, with a delicate touch of salt in the endnote. Drink from 2025-2040. 865 Views Tasted Mar 1, 2025Deep in color, black cherries, licorice, chocolate, and plums. The wine is rich, chocolately, and packed with dark red fruits, and freshness with a hint of espresso in the lingering, sensual finish. Drink from 2025-2040. 92-94 Pts. 2,742 Views Tasted May 8, 2023 |
When to Drink Couvent des Jacobins, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time
Couvent des Jacobins wines are better with 3-5 years of bottle age. Of course, that can vary slightly, depending on the vintage. Couvent des Jacobins are best enjoyed in the first 5-15 years of life.
Younger vintages can be decanted for up to 1 hour or so. This allows the wine to soften and open its perfume. Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment.
Serving Couvent des Jacobins with Wine and Food Pairings
Couvent des Jacobins is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift.
Couvent des Jacobins is best paired with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes. Couvent des Jacobins are also good when matched with Asian dishes, rich fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta.