Château Lalande De Gravelongue 2018

One third is aged in 30% new French and American oak barrels for 12 months. The other two thirds age in stainless-steel to avoid the taste of wood. The cépage consist of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon.

Merlot, with its medium tannins and juicy acidity, pairs well with a broad range of cuisine. Full-bodied Merlot like those grown in the appellations of Saint-Émilion and Pomerol in Bordeaux are well-suited to braised, roasted, and grilled meats thanks to their palate cleansing structure and complex flavor.