Merlot, Bordeaux

Chateau Vieux Fournay - Saint Émilion Grand Cru - Insouciance 100% Merlot made without sulfites added. Jammy fruits on the nose, subtle spices, round and suple, gentle tannins and overall an incredible freshness. Enjoy with a good piece of beef or a chocolate dessert. About Chateau Vieux Fournay: Thierry & Frederique Vergnaud took over from his family in 1992. Located just north from the village of Lussac, the family has owned the property for over 150 years, spread over 5 generations. The vineyards spread over 13 hectares in the Lussac Saint-Emilion appellation and 5 hectares in the Bordeaux appellation. The soil is clay-limestone with subsoils in certain areas having « crasse de fer » (=crasse of iron) which is oxydised iron residue found in certain soils that give unique attributes to wine.