2016 Le Tertre Roteboeuf Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 1.5L
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REVIEWS

JD 99 WA 98 JL 97 JR 93
JD 99

jebdunnuck.com, February 2019

Even better, the magical 2016 Le Tertre Rôteboeuf is another heavenly wine from François Mitjavile that flirts with perfection. A normal blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc brought up in new oak, its deep purple...
WA 98

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, April 2017

(WA96-98 points) The 2016 Le Tertre Roteboeuf is a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc cropped at 35 hectoliters per hectare between 14-18 October. This year I was hosted by François' daughter Nina Mitjavile, who...
JL 97

TheWineCellarInsider.com, April 2017

Lusciously textured, fresh black raspberries, wild cherries, wet earth, oyster shell, smoke, licorice and forest scents create a complex set of aromas. Exotic Indian silk, virgin velvet, ruby fruits, anisette and soft...
JR 93

Jancis Robinson's Purple Pages, April 2017

18/20 Very rich and heady. Rich and round and lovely. Completely different in structure from all other St-Émilions. Round and voluptuous. Thick and sweet but not heavy. Hugely sensuous.

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Saint Emilion
Vintage 2016
Size 1.5L
Percent alcohol 15%
Closure Cork

The 2016 Le Tertre Roteboeuf is a Bordeaux Blend from the prestigious Saint Emilion sub-region in Bordeaux, France. This red wine exudes elegance and sophistication, captivating the senses with its rich flavors and voluptuous texture. With an alcohol percentage of 15.0, it promises a powerful and memorable tasting experience.

The wine showcases a deep purple color, enticing the eye with its allure. On the nose, it delivers an intoxicating bouquet of sweet cassis, caramelized blackcurrants, toasted bread, espresso, and smoked herbs. These aromas intermingle harmoniously, creating a complex and alluring fragrance.

On the palate, the Le Tertre Roteboeuf reveals a remarkable purity of fruit, supported by fine tannins and impeccably balanced acidity. It dances effortlessly across the tongue, displaying no sensation of weight or heaviness. The wine's luscious texture is accompanied by flavors of fresh black raspberries, wild cherries, wet earth, oyster shell, smoke, licorice, and forest scents. This intricate combination of flavors adds depth and complexity to the overall tasting experience.

Renowned wine critic Jeb Dunnuck awarded this wine a near-perfect score of 99, praising its heavenly qualities and its potential for aging. He predicts that the Le Tertre Roteboeuf will be drinkable in 4-5 years and will continue to delight connoisseurs for 2-3 decades.

The 2016 Le Tertre Roteboeuf is a testament to the exceptional winemaking skills of François Mitjavile and his daughter Nina Mitjavile. Their meticulous attention to detail and commitment to preserving the freshness and purity of the fruit shine through in this vintage. It is a wine that demands attention and appreciation, a true masterpiece of the Bordeaux region.

Whether enjoyed now or cellared for future indulgence, the 2016 Le Tertre Roteboeuf promises an irresistible and hedonistic journey through the world of fine wine.