Rol Valentin Red 2018 A Selection Sommelier From Saint Emilion Gc :

 

The ROL VALENTIN of Château Balestard la Tonnelle

Since its acquisition by Alexandra and Nicolas Robin in 2009, Château Balestard la Tonnelle has maintained its position as an international reference for fine wines. Among the most emblematic wines of the property, we find the ROL VALENTIN, appreciated by wine lovers around the world.

This wine is the result of meticulous work in the vineyard and the cellar. The vines, grown on clay-limestone and clay-siliceous soils, are mainly composed of Merlot, accompanied by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The grapes are harvested by hand and carefully sorted to keep only the best.

The vinification of the ROL VALENTIN is carried out with particular attention to the quality of the grapes. Gentle methods are preferred to preserve the aromas and flavors. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels for 12 months, where it acquires its complexity and elegance.

The result is a wine of exceptional quality, which seduces with its aromas of red fruits and spices, its elegant structure and its long and persistent finish. It is a wine to be aged, which can be kept for several years in the cellar to reach its full maturity.

In addition to the exceptional quality of its wines, Château Balestard la Tonnelle is also recognized for its wine tourism welcome. The owners, Alexandra and Nicolas Robin, work daily to offer their visitors an unforgettable experience. They thus perpetuate the tradition of family properties in Saint-Émilion, by living on site with their children.

In short, the ROL VALENTIN of Château Balestard la Tonnelle is an exceptional wine, which reflects both the quality of the Saint-Émilion terroir and the know-how of the owners. It is a wine to be discovered absolutely for all lovers of fine wines.

This 2018 vintage of Saint-Emilion Grand Cru has a deep color with intense aromas of ripe fruits, spicy notes, and well-balanced tannins. This wine is promised to have great potential for aging.
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