DESIGNATION:
CHÂTEAU CALON
MONTAGNE-SAINT-EMILION
YIELD: 40 hl/ha
SOIL: Argilo-calcaires à astéries
AGING: 18 to 24 Months in oak barrel
ORIGIN:
A historical estate of the Boidron family with more than 300 years of history. The castle is located on the highest point of the town of Montagne, a satelite appellation of Saint-Emilion. The term Calon means “beauty” in ancient Greek, and is the home to vestiges of history and mills from the 16th century.
TASTING:
Color: Deep red colour with ruby reflections
Nose: Powerful dark fruits and hints of forest aromas
Mouth: Powerful, ample with silky tannins, and remarquable length
ADVICE:
Perfect with red meats, games, dark chocolate
Drink Before: 35 years
Serving temperature: 17°C
