AWARDS
James Suckling: 90-91/100
Croix Mouton produces wines intended for pleasure, and excellent while still young. Entirely Merlot-driven, they are full-bodied and rich in flavour, easy to drink but with finesse and a stunning display of fresh red fruit on the palate. After the release of its first vintage, Château Croix Mouton was very quickly recognised by Bordeaux wine experts as being excellent value for money. The ‘M’ on Château Croix Mouton’s label is special. It changes shape and colour each year to reflect the personality of each vintage.
Winemaking: Sorting of the crop. Vinification in concrete and stainless steel vats is widely open at 140 cm for pages. Punching of the caps 3 times a day until 1070 of density, twice a day until 1030, once a day until 1010 then 1 pumping over a day till the end of the alcoholic fermentation and maceration.
Temperature during alcoholic fermentation: 26 /27° C maxi.
Vatting period: 24 to 30 days for Merlot, 20 to 30 days for Cabernet.
Malolactic fermentation in barrels and vats with staves.
Tasting Notes: Soft, supple red with plums and juicy blackberry fruit. Well made and balanced with freshness. A great effort from this over-achieving Bordeaux Superieur!
Food Pairing: Beef and Venison
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