Château Tertre Roteboeuf Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOP 2016

Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOP red wine, 2016 vintage, produced by Château Tertre Roteboeuf in Bordeaux. This grand cru has 14% ABV and a balanced structure, marked by notes of red fruit and a hint of spice. A discreet but sought-after reference from the right bank of Bordeaux.

Who produces Château Tertre Roteboeuf Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOP 2016?

Château Tertre Roteboeuf is a Saint-Émilion estate recognized for the rigor of its work in the vineyard and the cellar, without seeking an official classification despite its established reputation among lovers of great Bordeaux wines. The 2016 vintage offered here illustrates the estate's style: a red wine for aging, produced as a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOP, with 14% ABV and bottled in 75cl bottles.

On what terroir is Château Tertre Roteboeuf Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOP 2016 produced?

The Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation extends over varied soils combining clay, limestone, and sand, typical of the plateau and slopes overlooking the Dordogne valley. The temperate maritime climate of this part of Bordeaux favors a slow ripening of the grapes, conducive to red wines that are both structured and approachable. The appellation's specifications mainly allow Merlot, the predominant grape variety on the right bank, complemented by Cabernet Franc and sometimes Cabernet Sauvignon.

What is the tasting profile of Château Tertre Roteboeuf Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOP 2016?

This 2016 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru develops aromas of ripe red fruit enhanced by a spicy note, on a balanced tannic structure characteristic of the great wines of the right bank. The 2016 vintage, praised in Bordeaux for its overall quality, offers a dense texture and freshness here that suggest interesting aging potential.

What dishes pair with Château Tertre Roteboeuf Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOP 2016?

This Saint-Émilion red wine naturally pairs with dishes of character: roasted or braised red meats, game, and aged pressed-curd cheeses. Its tannic structure and aromatic depth also pair well with slow-cooked cuisine typical of the Southwest.

At what temperature should Château Tertre Roteboeuf Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOP 2016 be served?

Serving between 16 and 18°C, the usual temperature for great Bordeaux red wines, allows the balance of this Saint-Émilion Grand Cru to be fully expressed. Wines from this appellation and of this quality level generally have an aging potential of ten to twenty years, allowing for prolonged storage in the cellar for this 2016 vintage.