Château Caronne Sainte-Gemme lies on a unique terroir characterised by gravelly, clayey soils, typical for the Médoc. This guarantees excellent drainage and, above all, allows the roots of the vines to sink in deeply, giving the wine structure and elegance. Specifically, the blend of Château Caronne Sainte-Gemme is composed of Cabernet Sauvignon in large majority, with Merlot bringing softness and roundness and a small part of Petit Verdot adding spice and aromatic depth. The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness to ensure maximum quality. After a light crushing, the must is fermented in temperature-controlled vats. The initial cold maceration enhances the fruity aromas, while fermentation with pumping-over, punching-down and délestage favours the extraction of colour, aromas and tannins in a balanced manner. This is followed by malolactic fermentation, which gives the wine softness, and 12 months of ageing in French oak barrels (at least 20% of which are new), which lends complexity and a pleasantly spicy touch. Intense purple in colour, the nose reveals an elegant bouquet with notes of blackberries, blueberries and black pepper. In the mouth, the tannic texture is well defined, balanced by lively acidity and an enveloping body. The finish is long, with hints of ripe fruit and sweet spices. Thanks to its fine structure and maturation in wood, Château Caronne Sainte-Gemme has a good capacity for ageing. Good already today, in the cellar it can evolve well for 8 to 10 years. On the table, it is perfect with red meats, grilled meats and roasts. Also excellent with mushroom dishes.