Château La Clarière 2017
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The premium appellation of Saint-Emilion makes some of the world’s most sought-after Bordeaux. But with “Saint-Emilion producing too many mediocre and overpriced wines … it’s not surprising that some customers’ eyes have wandered eastward to Castillon,” says Decanter.
Castillon is still big news, with many top names from Saint-Emilion (and beyond) flocking there in recent years. But it was Tony Laithwaite who got there first. A passionate pioneer for Castillon, his first vintage was in 1984. Since then, Château La Clarière Laithwaite was hailed as “the leading estate in Côtes de Castillon” by Decanter, and went on to win over 100 awards (including more than 20 golds) during the last 30 vintages.
Fresh off a French Wine of the Year trophy win at the China Wine & Spirit Awards, the 2017 release also boasts a handful of gold medals from top critics around the globe. Factor in the “outstanding quality” of the 2017 harvest (James Suckling), and this is one red you can’t miss.
A rich, full-bodied blend of mostly Merlot, with a dash of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc for structure, it was given a luxurious, 16-month slumber in French oak barrels. Look for ripe, plummy fruit flavor, framed by warming spice notes and velvety tannins. Just the thing for steaks, stews, and other hearty fare. Order now.
The premium appellation of Saint-Emilion makes some of the world’s most sought-after Bordeaux. But with “Saint-Emilion producing too many mediocre and overpriced wines … it’s not surprising that some customers’ eyes have wandered eastward to Castillon,” says Decanter.
Castillon is still big news, with many top names from Saint-Emilion (and beyond) flocking there in recent years. But it was Tony Laithwaite who got there first. A passionate pioneer for Castillon, his first vintage was in 1984. Since then, Château La Clarière Laithwaite was hailed as “the leading estate in Côtes de Castillon” by Decanter, and went on to win over 100 awards (including more than 20 golds) during the last 30 vintages.
Fresh off a French Wine of the Year trophy win at the China Wine & Spirit Awards, the 2017 release also boasts a handful of gold medals from top critics around the globe. Factor in the “outstanding quality” of the 2017 harvest (James Suckling), and this is one red you can’t miss.
A rich, full-bodied blend of mostly Merlot, with a dash of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc for structure, it was given a luxurious, 16-month slumber in French oak barrels. Look for ripe, plummy fruit flavor, framed by warming spice notes and velvety tannins. Just the thing for steaks, stews, and other hearty fare. Order now.
