Médoc Château Cailloux de By 2021

Château la Tour de By

Médoc Château Cailloux de By
2021

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$19.35

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Product code
14351362
Format
12 x 750ml
Listing type
SAQ Continuous Supply
Status
Available
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$18.06
Country
France
Regulated designation
Appellation origine controlée (AOC)
Region
Bordeaux
Appellation
Médoc
Varietal(s)
Cabernet Sauvignon 50 %
Merlot 50 %
Colour
Red
Sugar
Dry
Sugar content
1,9 g/l
Closure type
Cork
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About this winery

Located in Bégadan, north of the Médoc appellation and close to the Gironde, La Tour de By has very ancient roots. From the 16th century, vines have been cultivated at La Tour de By and the Château's known origin dates back to 1599, when it was acquired by Pierre Tizon, lord of the fief of By. The Tower was built in 1825 on the ruins of a wheat mill, serving as a lighthouse for sailors sailing on the Gironde estuary until the beginning of the 20th century. Alfred Rubichon had the current...

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Product notes

The name "Cailloux" (gravel, Gironde stones) highlights the quality and uniqueness of an exceptional terroir, enhanced by a harmonious blend that brings out a bouquet worthy of the finest Médoc wines.

Production notes

Typical Médoc vinification, characterized by long fermentations and macerations (3 weeks), followed by traditional aging for 12 months.

Tasting notes

Ruby color. An expressive nose with aromas of raspberries and redcurrants. On the palate, the attack is silky with a rounded and indulgent mid-palate featuring notes of cherries. Lovely length on the finish.