Château Vieira 2014

If you appreciate the depth and finesse of mature Bordeaux, Château Vieira is well worth a taste. An 11-year-old Bordeaux Supérieur, it has aged magnificently, retaining its color and structure, and offering layered red fruit flavors that have become deliciously savory with time.

It was crafted at a stunning winery in Capian, a picturesque commune in the Gironde department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, where vines span the coveted appellations of Premières Côtes de Bordeaux and Bordeaux Supérieur.

Established by a Portuguese aristocrat in the 19th century, the estate is now owned and operated by the Dualé family, who work in accordance with the HVE3 sustainability certification––the highest level of environmental accreditation in the country. They focus primarily on Cabernet Sauvignon, which takes the lead in this blend, alongside lesser amounts of Merlot and Malbec.

According to the experts at Decanter, the 2014 vintage was “a classic” in Bordeaux, producing wines with “balanced structures” and “an aromatic complexity, elegance and refreshing acidity, which has aided, and will continue to aid aging.” And this wine certainly exemplifies the description.

You can expect aromas of red fruit, cedar and forest undergrowth followed by a dry palate of fruit and leather flavors. Overall, the wine is well structured by tannins and incredibly food friendly. After more than a decade of aging, this complex Bordeaux is ready to shine––order your share of this 2014 today.