Winemaking & maturation
Oak barrel aging15 –18 months in oak50% barrels renewed
Style
DryClassicSavoryBold structuredTannic
Grapes
Cabernet SauvignonCabernet FrancMerlot
Dry red wines
Merlot usually leads, often with Cabernet Franc and some Cabernet Sauvignon.
Typically rounded and full-flavoured, with plum, dark fruit and a supple texture.
Saint-Georges Saint-Émilion. 1 wine in Australia.