2016 Trottevieille Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JS 98 WA 95 TWI 95 WE 95 DC 94 JD 92 JL 92 WS 92
JS 98

jamessuckling.com, February 2019

Complex aromas of blackberries, dried flowers and other dark fruit. Shows hints of cedar and blackberries. Full-bodied, dense and wonderfully integrated with rich tannins that just melt into the wine. Extremely fine and...
WA 95

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, April 2017

(WA93-95 points) The 2016 Trottevieille is a blend of 45% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon and 53% Cabernet Franc picked on 6 October for the Merlot and 18 October for the Cabernets, one of the latest in recent years. The...
TWI 95

The Wine Independent, December 2022

The 2016 Trotte Vieille has a deep garnet color. It strolls out with vivacious notes of black cherries and stewed black plums, followed by hints of licorice, crushed rocks, and garrigue. Medium to full-bodied, the palate...
WE 95

Wine Enthusiast, May 2019

Smoky, woody aromas still show in this young wine. It has plenty of elegance as well, showing its pedigree with restrained fruitiness that will develop slowly. This balanced wine will be ready to drink from 2025.
DC 94

Decanter, April 2017

A striking start to this wine as the ripe black fruits bristle then soften against the tannic structure, held carefully through the mid-palate and then lifted up on the finish to reveal their juiciness. Aromatic freshness...
JD 92

jebdunnuck.com, February 2019

From a great terroir on the upper plateau (not far from Troplong Mondot) and very old vines, the 2016 Château Trotte Vieille is a classic Saint-Emilion that has juicy dark fruits, leafy herbs, forest floor, and underbrush...
JL 92

TheWineCellarInsider.com, April 2017

Fresh, sweet round fruits, licorice, juicy black cherries and silky polished tannins, this is the blend that works extremely well for Trotte Vielle. The wine was produced from 53% Cabernet Franc, 45% Merlot and 2%...
WS 92

Wine Spectator, March 2019

This has a well-built core of loganberry, plum and black cherry preserve flavors infused with savory and tobacco nuances. The finish is lightly dusty but refined, with a subtle iron twinge filtering in. Not quite as much...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Saint Emilion
Vintage 2016
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14%
Closure Cork

The Trottevieille 2016 Bordeaux Blend is a prime example of the exquisite craftsmanship of French winemaking. This wine hails from the renowned wine region of Saint Emilion in Bordeaux, France and is created by the acclaimed producer, Trottevieille. This 2016 vintage is a vibrant red blend of 45% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon and 53% Cabernet Franc, resulting in a wine rich with complexity and depth.

Upon first glance, the wine boasts a beautiful red hue that promises a robust flavor profile. This is confirmed upon the first taste, with the wine delivering a harmonious balance of blackberries, dark fruit, and hints of cedar. The wine is full-bodied, dense and wonderfully integrated with rich tannins that just melt into the wine.

A subtle touch of smoky, woody aromas adds to the complexity of the wine, balanced out by a restrained fruitiness. The finish is extremely fine and focused, with rich tannins that add a velvety texture, making it a wine of great elegance and finesse.

The Trottevieille 2016 Bordeaux Blend is a deeply layered wine, with a hint of leafy herbs, forest floor, and underbrush flavors adding to its charm. It is a wine that demands attention, with an evolving flavor profile that promises to only get better with time.

With an alcohol content of 14%, this wine is a strong contender for any wine enthusiast's collection. Sealed with a traditional cork closure, it is recommended to allow this wine to age gracefully till 2024 or beyond to truly appreciate its depth and complexity. This wine is a testament to the timeless appeal of Bordeaux blends and is a true embodiment of Trottevieille’s commitment to quality winemaking.