The terroir of Château Côte de Baleau is composed of 80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, spread over 15 hectares of vines. Recent owners have, in turn, undertaken major renovations within the property. Thus, the cellars have been renovated, the cellar has been modernized and equipped with the latest technologies of control and monitoring, analysis and assembly, administration and commercial management.
Tasting notes:
Grizzlywine is spot on. Nose is blueberries, sweet oak and pipe tobacco. Tannins hit mid palate, nicely balanced and not too aggressive. Finish is decently long, warm, and echoes all the same flavors.