Château de Candale is made at one of the oldest estates in Medoc, third growth Château d’Issan. Owned until the French revolution by the Foix de Candale family, it was acquired in 1945 by Emmanuel Cruse and is managed today by his children, who have dedicated themselves to continuously modernizing the estate.
Production Area
Haut Médoc, on the left bank of Bordeaux region.
Grape Varieties
65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot
Vinification
Select grapes are pressed and the must is fermented on the lees for 8-15 days in stainless steel tanks. The wine is then aged for 18 months in oak barrels, 1/3 of which are new barrels.
Color
Dark purple
Bouquet
Aromas of black currant with a hint of spice
Taste
Full-bodied and well concentrated, with an elegant finish.
Alcohol
12.5%
Serving Suggestions
Perfect accompaniment to game, red meat and hearty stews.
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