VINTAGES
Château Mazeyres 2011
Management: Alain Moueix
Technical Manager: Laurent Nougaro
Weather Conditions During the Vintage
After a mild, dry winter, budbreak occurred early—two weeks ahead of schedule. Summer quickly took the place of spring. Overall temperatures were above seasonal averages, and the weather was dry. Flowering began just as early as budbreak and proceeded very smoothly. On June 26 and 27, temperatures exceeded 40°C, causing sunscald on some grapes. July and August were overcast, but the vines maintained their growth lead. The early harvest benefited from a particularly favorable September.
Harvest Area
19.55 hectares
Region of Harvest
clay loam and clayey sand
Grape Varieties Harvested
80% Merlot – 20% Cabernet Franc
Harvest Dates
August 31 through September 23
Wine Production
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Livestock Farming
40% new barrels and 60% barrels that have held one or more wines
Tasting
The wine boasts a beautiful, intense garnet color. Very light on the nose, it sets the tone quite quickly. It is soft and velvety, with notes of hazelnut, raspberry, and black cherry. The palate is exceptionally delicate. The silkiness of the nose carries through, characterized by well-integrated tannins that blend with aromas of mocha and dark chocolate. This wine has a very charming texture and a lovely finish.
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