Chateau Ausone - St Emilion 1st Grand Cru 2016

RM5,888.00
SKU: AWS439906

Château Ausone stands as a pinnacle of excellence in the world of wine, revered as one of Bordeaux's most illustrious estates. Situated in the prestigious Saint-Émilion appellation, this historic property boasts a lineage dating back to ancient Roman times. Renowned for its meticulous vineyard management and artisanal winemaking practices, Château Ausone consistently produces wines of extraordinary depth, complexity, and age-worthiness. Revered as a Premier Grand Cru Classé (A) estate, Château Ausone's wines embody the essence of Saint-Émilion's terroir, showcasing a harmonious balance of power, elegance, and finesse that captivates connoisseurs worldwide.

The 2016 Ausone is a blend of 50% Merlot and 50% Cabernet Franc picked 10-14 October and 14-19 October, respectively, at 40 hectoliters per hectare. It is matured in 80% new oak with a light toasting, a move that Alain and Pauline Vauthier have made in recent years just to lessen the impact of the oak.

There is a palpable stateliness about the Ausone this year. It is extraordinarily pure and articulates its terroir as well as any vintage that I can remember over the last 20-odd years. It is not as flamboyant as other Saint Emilions, more correct and precise. The palate is very elegant and precise. I adore the exquisite balance of this Ausone, the precision and fineness of the tannin, the effortlessness that it conveys. This is classy and sophisticated, satin-like in texture with a long and sensual finish.

Not an Ausone that is going to blaze across the sky, this is a cerebral, intellectual Ausone that will entrance for many years to come.

Vinous: 99Pts; Wine Advocate: 99Pts; Decanter: 99Pts; James Suckling: 98Pts; Jeb Dunnuck: 98Pts; Jancis Robinson: 18/20

Full-bodied

Raspberry

Oaky

Earthy

Spicy

Alcohol Level: 12.50%

Size: 750ml

Brand: Chateau Ausone

Country:France

Family: Red Wine

Grape Variety: Merlot & Cabernet Franc

Vintage: 2016

Region: Bordeaux

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