Château de Valois 2016 is an intense, modern style of Pomerol, made from 72% Merlot and 28% Cabernet Franc. The wine was aged in oak barrels (35% new) for 14 months before bottling.
Deep purple in colour this wine shows aromas of blackberries, spices and hints of smoky oak and cedar on the nose. On the palate, the texture is rich and generous, with soft tannins. Earthy flavours complemented by smooth chocolate notes. Try with lamb chops, veal, duck, salmon, truffle based dish or mature cheeses.
Château de Valois dates back to 1862 when the original vineyards of Château Figeac were restructured. In 1962, Bernard Leydet owned the vineyard comprising eight hectares. Over time, he added to the Pomerol plots and concentrated on improving the quality through improved vineyard management techniques and investment of the cellar. In 1996 Bernard’s son Frédéric Leydet took over, continuing the legacy left by his father and produces truly great Pomerol wines.