Description

ABOUT THE PRODUCER:
Château Lestrille is located at the northern point of the Entre-deux-Mers appellation in the small town of St. Germain du Puch between Libourne and Bordeaux. Passionate and dedicated winemaker Estelle Roumage makes modern, elegant wines from sustainably cultivated grapes. Estelle believes the essence of winemaking lies in the vineyard itself, placing considerable emphasis on respecting the balance of the soil. The vines have been cultivated organically since 2019, and the estate has been certified organic since the 2023 vintage. Each plot on the 45-hectare property is vinified separately with tailor-made precision and minimal intervention to respect and optimise the characteristics of the vintage and terroir, creating charming wines with the utmost appeal.

ABOUT THE VINEYARD:
The grapes come from vineyards based in two neighbouring villages: Saint Germain du Puch and Nérigean. The vineyards are located opposite Saint Emilion, on a plateau which sits at around 70 metres elevation. The soils here are rich in clay, which impart good water retention properties helping to sustain the vines during the warm summers. The high clay content also promotes the production of full bodied, concentrated wines. The maritime climate is greatly influenced by the cooling breezes which flow in from the Atlantic and imbue the grapes with natural, balancing freshness. The vines are cultivated organically and the vines are farmed without the use of synthetic sprays; the vineyard has been in conversion to certification since 2020. The vineyard is also certified as Bee Friendly and great attention is paid to the pollinators within the vineyard. Careful canopy management take place to maximise leaf cover and limit yields to concentrate the flavours in the grapes. The vines have been cultivated sustainably since the 1980s, with cover grasses, measures to ensure the optimum fertility of the soils and promotion of biodiversity to promote the longevity of the vineyard.

THE WINEMAKING PROCESS:
The Merlot grapes were gently macerated before being fermented with selected yeasts. Fermentation took place at cool temperatures to retain the fine aromas. During fermentation, the must was gently pumped over to extract the flavours, colour and soft tannins. Once fermentation was complete, the wine was aged in stainless steel tanks to retain the aromatics and fruit-forward character.

OUR TASTING NOTE:
A deliciously fruity and easy-drinking Merlot bursting with vibrant red fruit, cherry and plum aromas underpinned by an appealing freshness. Smooth and juicy with a moreish, plummy finish.

GRAPE VARIETY:
Merlot 100%.