Alcohol: 13.5%
Grape(s): 70% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Malbec
Location: Côtes de Blaye, Bordeaux, France
Tasting Notes: The Blaye Cotes du Bordeaux is full-bodied, showing more density and ripeness in this very good vintage for Bordeaux. The wine shows blackberry, cassis and red currant aromas, pure and sapid with hints of coffee, prune and spice. The palate is supple and deep with blackberry fruit, chalky minerals and terrific length.
Notes: Fermentation using yeast native to the estate, temperature control in concrete vats. No inputs apart from limited quantities of sulphur (40mg/l). No fining; bottled on a fruit day of the biodynamic calendar.
Food pairing: Serve slightly cool with anything from roast chicken to steak and full-flavored cheeses.
Winery Story: The Hubert family settled at Château Peybonhomme-Les-Tours in the village of Cars near Blaye in 1895, and six generations have followed since.
The estate is located on a hill overlooking the estuary, with the vineyards on the slopes. From its 17th-century castellated tower, they have a spectacular panoramic view of the entire estate and the Gironde estuary.
Côtes de Blaye Red from Historic Château
Château Peybonhomme Les Tours produces this vintage from the Côtes de Blaye appellation on Bordeaux's right bank. The wine combines ripe plum and blackcurrant with firm tannin structure, designed for food pairing or short-term cellaring.
Characteristics
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Balanced structure: Merlot-dominant blend with Cabernet backbone delivers approachable complexity without heaviness.
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Food-friendly profile: Dark fruit and subtle oak work with roasted meats, aged cheeses, and herb-based dishes.
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Right-bank terroir: Côtes de Blaye limestone and clay soils produce wines with natural acidity and mineral undertones.
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2022 vintage maturity: Ready to drink now or age 3–5 years for softer tannin integration.
Specifications
| Appellation |
Côtes de Blaye, Bordeaux |
| Vintage |
2022 |
| Region |
Right Bank, France |
| Wine Type |
Dry Red |
FAQ
When should I drink this wine?
This vintage is approachable now with food, though it will develop more complexity if cellared for 3–5 years in a cool, dark space.
What foods pair well with it?
Serve with roasted beef, lamb, duck, hard cheeses, or herb-forward pasta dishes. The acidity and tannins complement rich, savory flavors.
How does Côtes de Blaye compare to Pauillac or Saint-Julien?
Côtes de Blaye offers similar structure at a lower price point. These wines are slightly softer and more approachable young, without the aging potential of classified Medoc estates.
