2019 Chateau Marsau - Francs Cotes de Bordeaux

2019 Château Marsau — Francs Côtes de Bordeaux

Hidden among the rolling hills east of Saint-Émilion, Château Marsau embodies the quiet drama of Bordeaux’s Right Bank. This biodynamically tended estate, led by Jean-Marie Carrille, champions minimal intervention to let the land speak through its Merlot. The 2019 vintage, renowned for generosity, delivers a pure, terroir-driven wine with depth, restraint, and undeniable character.

Terroir & Craft

• Terroir: clay-limestone soils impart mineral spine and depth to the Merlot
• Viticulture: biodynamic farming with careful vineyard management and restraint in the cellar
• Wine style: a savory, terroir-forward expression from the Right Bank with elegant, accessible tannins

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: deep ruby core with bright, youthful edge
• Nose: dark plum, black cherry, and wild herbs; subtle earthy truffle and mineral hints
• Palate: plush fruit overlaying earthy complexity, iron-tinged mineral notes, and a touch of spice
• Tannins: ripe, well-integrated, providing gentle structure
• Finish: long, refined, and satisfying with lingering mineral-spice character

Pairing & Serving

• Ideal pairings: roasted lamb, duck breast with herbs, mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses such as Comté or Gruyère
• Serving temperature: 60–62°F (15–17°C)
• Decanting: 30–60 minutes to fully express fruit and refined tannins

Why This Wine Stands Out

• Pure expression of its terroir, with a mineral-driven backbone that elevates ripe Merlot
• Biodynamic vineyard management aimed at soil vitality and minimal intervention
• 2019 vintage offers generous fruit now while preserving structure for graceful aging