Château Couhins Cru Classé de Graves Rouge

• Grape Varieties:
  • 50% Merlot
  • 41% Cabernet Sauvignon
  • 5% Cabernet Franc
  • 4% Petit Verdot
• Vineyard Area: 55 acres of gravelly hilltop, clay over limestone bedrock, and sandy clay vineyards.
• Farming: Under organic conversion since 2020, employing:
  • Poussard Guyot pruning for optimal vine structure.
  • Traditional ploughing and sowing of cereals and legumes to enhance soil health and biodiversity.
  • Integrated farming practices promoting sustainability and ecological balance.

Winemaking Process:

• Canopy Management: Debudding and leaf thinning to optimize sun exposure and airflow.
• Harvesting & Fermentation:
  • Manual treading, manual punching down, and pumping over to ensure gentle extraction of color, flavor, and tannins.
• Aging: Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, with 30% new oak to impart additional complexity and refinement.

This wine demonstrates a perfect harmony between power and finesse, skillfully reflecting its terroir and meticulous winemaking approach.