Chateau Roquegrave 2020 Haut-Medoc 750ml

Located in Valeyrac in the northern Médoc, this estate consistently outperforms its price point, earning the reliable Cru Bourgeois status. The vineyard sits on a high ridge of gravel and clay soils overlooking the Gironde estuary, a terroir that allows the Cabernet Sauvignon (45%) and Merlot (50%) to ripen fully while maintaining freshness. The 2020 vintage was excellent for this region, producing wines with deep colour and significant structure that are accessible now but built to last.

Tasting Notes: The nose is rich and expressive, offering a core of ripe blackberry, dark plum, and cassis, accented by savoury notes of licorice, dried herbs, and a touch of graphite. On the palate, it is medium-to-full bodied with a solid tannic backbone that frames the generous fruit. There is a distinct freshness here - a hallmark of the northern Médoc—that lifts the finish, revealing lingering flavours of spice, cedar, and earth. Pairing Suggestion: This wine screams for protein; serve it with a roast leg of lamb with rosemary or a classic steak frites. Award: Gold Medal - Concours International de Lyon