Les Roches de Yon 13,5%

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Les Roches de Yon is the approachable “second wine” of the esteemed Château Yon-Figeac in Bordeaux’s Right Bank. As a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, it delivers rich, velvety fruit and earlier drinkability, offering immediate charm with notes of black cherry, plum, and mint.

Description

Description

GRAPE

Les Roches de Yon is a classic Bordeaux Right Bank blend, generally composed of 80–90% Merlot and 10–20% Cabernet Franc grapes.

PRODUCTION ZONE

Château Yon-Figeac is located just northwest of the medieval village of Saint-Émilion in the Bordeaux wine region of France.

ALCOHOL

13.5 %

SERVING TEMPERATURE

16-18°C

BOTTLE SIZE

0.75 L

Produced By

Château Yon-Figeac

Drinkability

Traditional fermentation and maceration occur over roughly 25 days in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks.

Following malolactic conversion, the wine is refined in a mix of oak vats and oak barrels (typically around 40% new French oak), respecting the grape’s natural structure.

The wine is bottled in the glass and has no date of expiry. We recommend to drink it with in 13 years from the vintage.

Store in a cool dry and dark place on it’s side.

Bouquet

Aromas of ripe red cherries, blackberry compote, and dark plum. Subtle notes of violets, licorice, and sweet baking spices. Gentle undertones of mocha, espresso, and toasted oak.

Palate

On the palate medium-bodied and supple, with a refined, velvety mouthfeel and fine-grained tannins. Flavours are dominated by juicy black cherries, plums, and candied berries, balanced by touches of dark chocolate and graphite.

Finish is long and harmonious with a fresh, mineral-driven lift

Pairing

Excellent companion to roasted or grilled red meats, lamb, and game dishes.

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Additional information

Additional information

Number of bottles1, 12, 6