Chateau Le Rey Vieilles Vignes Cabernet Franc 2018
From old-vine Cabernet Franc planted on limestone-rich soils in Sainte-Colombe, this 2018 captures pure, elegant right bank character. Floral and red berry aromas lead to a palate of juicy raspberry, subtle spice and fine-grained tannins. Fresh and precise, it’s a refined, terroir-driven expression of this noble Bordeaux variety.
Taste
This wine reflects its diverse terroirs with a complex bouquet of fresh blackcurrant, ripe black cherry, and subtle hints of liquorice and camphor. The palate is vibrant and layered, combining juicy fruit with gentle spice and a lingering, elegant finish.
About the Producer
Château Le Rey is a 12-hectare estate set on clay-limestone soils in Sainte-Colombe, east of Saint-Émilion. With roots dating back to the Louis XIII era, the property combines rich history with modern precision. Since 2016, it has been owned by Peter Kwok, Philippe Lambrecht, and Jean-Christophe Meyrou, who share a passion for terroir-focused winemaking.
The vineyard, with 30-year-old vines, is farmed sustainably to preserve its environmental balance. Château Le Rey produces two distinct cuvées: Les Argileuses from clay soils and Les Rocheuses from pure limestone — reflecting a Burgundian approach to Bordeaux, where site defines style.
From old-vine Cabernet Franc planted on limestone-rich soils in Sainte-Colombe, this 2018 captures pure, elegant right bank character. Floral and red berry aromas lead to a palate of juicy raspberry, subtle spice and fine-grained tannins. Fresh and precise, it’s a refined, terroir-driven expression of this noble Bordeaux variety.
Taste
This wine reflects its diverse terroirs with a complex bouquet of fresh blackcurrant, ripe black cherry, and subtle hints of liquorice and camphor. The palate is vibrant and layered, combining juicy fruit with gentle spice and a lingering, elegant finish.
About the Producer
Château Le Rey is a 12-hectare estate set on clay-limestone soils in Sainte-Colombe, east of Saint-Émilion. With roots dating back to the Louis XIII era, the property combines rich history with modern precision. Since 2016, it has been owned by Peter Kwok, Philippe Lambrecht, and Jean-Christophe Meyrou, who share a passion for terroir-focused winemaking.
The vineyard, with 30-year-old vines, is farmed sustainably to preserve its environmental balance. Château Le Rey produces two distinct cuvées: Les Argileuses from clay soils and Les Rocheuses from pure limestone — reflecting a Burgundian approach to Bordeaux, where site defines style.
Description
From old-vine Cabernet Franc planted on limestone-rich soils in Sainte-Colombe, this 2018 captures pure, elegant right bank character. Floral and red berry aromas lead to a palate of juicy raspberry, subtle spice and fine-grained tannins. Fresh and precise, it’s a refined, terroir-driven expression of this noble Bordeaux variety.
Taste
This wine reflects its diverse terroirs with a complex bouquet of fresh blackcurrant, ripe black cherry, and subtle hints of liquorice and camphor. The palate is vibrant and layered, combining juicy fruit with gentle spice and a lingering, elegant finish.
About the Producer
Château Le Rey is a 12-hectare estate set on clay-limestone soils in Sainte-Colombe, east of Saint-Émilion. With roots dating back to the Louis XIII era, the property combines rich history with modern precision. Since 2016, it has been owned by Peter Kwok, Philippe Lambrecht, and Jean-Christophe Meyrou, who share a passion for terroir-focused winemaking.
The vineyard, with 30-year-old vines, is farmed sustainably to preserve its environmental balance. Château Le Rey produces two distinct cuvées: Les Argileuses from clay soils and Les Rocheuses from pure limestone — reflecting a Burgundian approach to Bordeaux, where site defines style.
