Chateau Mayne Vieil Fronsac 2019

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Producer	Chateau Mayne Vieil
Vintage	2019
Style	Red

About this wine

Château Mayne Vieil Fronsac is a richly structured and classically styled Right Bank Bordeaux crafted from old Merlot vines rooted in the limestone and clay slopes of Fronsac. The estate’s elevated position above the Dordogne River provides excellent drainage, warm exposures and cooling breezes, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly while retaining freshness and aromatic depth. Matured in oak to enhance complexity and texture, the wine offers a generous yet refined expression of Merlot from one of Bordeaux’s most characterful appellations. Meet the Producer Château Mayne Vieil is a historic property with origins dating back several centuries, long recognised for producing expressive, terroir‑driven wines. The estate is dedicated to traditional vineyard practices and careful cellar work, focusing on low yields, attentive vine management and thoughtful ageing. Their wines are admired for their balance of power, elegance and authenticity, reflecting the distinctive character of Fronsac. Production Grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness from mature Merlot vines and sorted meticulously before gentle fermentation in temperature‑controlled vats. Extraction is managed with precision to build structure without sacrificing finesse. The wine is then aged in oak barrels, where it develops layers of spice, roundness and integration. This patient approach results in a polished, harmonious and age‑worthy expression of the appellation. Tasting Notes Deep ruby in colour, the wine opens with aromas of black cherry, plum, cassis and hints of cedar, tobacco and warm spice. The palate is full‑bodied and supple, offering ripe dark fruit, subtle earthy notes and well‑integrated oak. Fine tannins and balanced acidity give it structure and poise, leading to a long, satisfying finish with lingering notes of blackberry and gentle spice. Food Match A superb partner for roast beef, lamb cutlets, duck breast, mushroom dishes, hearty casseroles or mature hard cheeses. Grape Merlot