This wine is robust yet dynamic, with notes of blackberry, blueberry, raspberry and citrus notes standing out on the nose and palate. It is medium-bodied and structured with delicate tannins that unfold across the palate, providing a remarkable persistence that lingers for minutes in the aftertaste.
La Mondotte 1er Grand Cru Classé 2023 is an exquisite dry red wine available to buy in our online store. This wine is made from Merlot and Cabernet Franc varieties in the prestigious AOC Saint-Émilion Grand Cru in Bordeaux, France. La Mondotte, a renowned Bordeaux wine producer, distinguishes itself in the Saint-Émilion area for its limited production and the high quality of its wines, which have positioned it as one of the most sought-after and highest-value wines in the region.
This wine comes from a compact 4.5 hectare vineyard, cultivated primarily with Merlot (80%) and Cabernet Franc (20%). The vines, with an average age of over 50 years and some planted as early as 1939, are set in a soil that includes clay, silt and abundant limestone deposits with a rocky subsoil, facilitating excellent drainage and encouraging a deep root system. The notable presence of limestone, evident by the underground caves in the area, contributes to the wine’s distinctive mineral character. The vineyard’s location on a slope ensures optimal sun exposure, allowing for early ripening, especially favorable for the region’s Merlot varieties.
With extremely low yields, vinification begins with a careful selection of the grapes before and after destemming. Fermentation of the whole berries takes place in open French oak vats with temperature control, managing extraction by treading the skins. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and ageing on lees in 100% new French oak barrels, for a period that varies between 18 and 24 months depending on the vintage. No clarification or filtration is carried out to preserve its purity and authenticity.
Buy La Mondotte 2023 and discover a wine that combines tradition, innovation and the maximum expression of its unique terroir in Saint-Émilion.
