Château Les Chapelles 2019 Montagne-Saint-Émilion
- 0.75L | 12.5%
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Château Les Chapelles 2019 Montagne-Saint-Émilion
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Château Les Chapelles 2019 Montagne-Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux
Château Les Chapelles 2019 is a classic red Bordeaux from Montagne-Saint-Émilion, crafted by Christian Durand on a small family estate near Néac. The wine comes from a special part of the Right Bank, where Montagne-Saint-Émilion lies directly between major neighbours like Pomerol, Lalande-de-Pomerol, and Saint-Émilion. The style is traditional Bordeaux, with Merlot for suppleness, Cabernet Franc for structure, and Malbec for extra depth and spice.
Vineyards and Region
Château Les Chapelles is located in Montagne-Saint-Émilion, an appellation on Bordeaux's Right Bank known for producing red wines with ripe fruit, firm structure, and fresh length.
• Location / Origin: The estate is near Néac, on the border of Lalande-de-Pomerol, Pomerol, and Montagne-Saint-Émilion. This places Château Les Chapelles in a compact zone where Merlot-dominated Bordeaux plays the leading role.
• Estate Size: The family estate spans 3 hectares. This small scale suits the boutique style of Château Les Chapelles, with great attention to selection and fruit expression.
• Appellation: What is Montagne-Saint-Émilion? Montagne-Saint-Émilion is a red Bordeaux appellation next to Saint-Émilion, known for wines with ripe red and black fruit, firm yet elegant tannins, and good aging potential.
• Soil & Terroir: Montagne-Saint-Émilion primarily features clay-limestone and gravel-rich soils. Clay-limestone provides structure and depth, while gravel contributes to refinement and drainage.
Grapes
Château Les Chapelles is made from classic grape varieties of the Bordeaux Right Bank.
• Merlot – Montagne-Saint-Émilion: Merlot forms the supple core of the wine, providing roundness, juicy fruit, and elegant softness.
• Cabernet Franc – Montagne-Saint-Émilion: Cabernet Franc adds extra structure, aromatic tension, and a finely spicy undertone.
• Malbec – Montagne-Saint-Émilion: Malbec gives the blend more color, tannin, and dark fruit depth, adding extra power to the wine.
Vinification and Aging
The vinification follows a traditional Bordeaux approach, with an emphasis on carefully selected grapes and pure fruit expression.
• Harvest & Selection: The grapes are harvested by hand and selected twice: first in the vineyard and then again in the cellar on a sorting table. This double selection ensures that only healthy and ripe fruit is used.
• Fermentation: Christian Durand works with a combination of stainless steel and concrete vats. Stainless steel preserves the purity of the fruit, while concrete allows the wine to develop calmly with a natural, even structure.
• Aging / Oak Maturation: The influence of oak is deliberately kept subtle, so that the character of the grapes remains central. This allows Château Les Chapelles to retain its classic Bordeaux profile with fruit, structure, and elegance.
Tasting Notes and Serving Suggestions
In the glass, Château Les Chapelles opens with ripe red fruit, blackcurrant, plum, and a spicy touch. The palate is supple and structured, with the round attack of Merlot, the grip of Cabernet Franc, and the dark depth of Malbec. The finish is classic, full, and beautifully balanced.
• Serving Temperature: Serve this Montagne-Saint-Émilion at 16–18 °C, allowing the fruit, spice, and tannins to harmonize beautifully.
• Dishes: Excellent with red meat, rack of lamb, entrecôte, game dishes, beef stews, and aged hard cheeses.
More information about Château Les Chapelles
Château Les Chapelles has been connected to the Durand family for over two centuries. Today, Christian Durand, an oenologist trained at the University of Bordeaux, is at the helm. His style combines tradition and modernity, producing wines that preserve the classic character of the Right Bank while remaining precise, clean, and fruit-driven.
Product details
| Alcohol content | 12.5% |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0.75L |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Sub-region | Montagne-Saint-Émilion |
| Producer | Christian Durand |
| Varietal(s) | Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec |
| Oak aging | Yes, The wine matures with a subtle oak influence, where the character of the grapes takes center stage. |
| Ideal serving temperature ? | 16° - 18°C |
| Storage at perfecte wijn | Air conditioned at 18°c |
