Chateau Bernadotte Haut Medoc 2018
The Wine
A classic, medium-bodied Left Bank Haut-Médoc, exhibiting traditional Médoc characteristics. Drinking well now but get a case or two to lock away in the cellar for 5 - 10 years, such is the quality of the 2018 Vintage. Consistently impressive, it comes highly recommended and an absolute bargain!!
16.5+ Pts James Lawther MW, jancisrobinson.com 'Cru bourgeois supérieur. 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot. Reticent but pure with just a hint of blackcurrant. Fresh and poised palate, the emphasis again on dark fruit. Plentiful tannins but refined. Firm, long, persistent finish. Serious, ageworthy wine.'
90 Pts Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast 'Named after the royal family of Sweden, this estate is now producing wines worthy of the pedigree. This latest release (2018) is rich and balanced, offering black fruits dominated by Merlot and bold tannins. It is a powerful wine that will take time. Drink from 2024'
The Details
Variety - Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
Country - France
Region - Bordeaux
Sub Region - Haut Medoc (Saint-Sauveur near Pauillac)
Extra - Cork
Year - 2018
Volume - 750ml
About the Wine Maker 
Located on the 'Left Bank' in Saint-Sauveur near Pauillac, Chateau Bernadotte encompasses 44ha and is planted with 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 48% Merlot, and 1% Petit Verdot.
The terroir consists of gravel and sand with some clay in the soil, located on sloping hillsides that reach an elevation 31 meters at their highest point. On, the vines are 25 old. vineyard is planted a density of 6, vines per hectare, with newer plantings increasing to 10,000 vines per hectare. The vines have an average age of approx. 30yrs.
To produce wine of Chateau Bernadotte, vinification is carried out in temperature-controlled stainless tank. Malolactic fermentation occurs in tank - the wine is then aged in French oak barrels, with an average of 30% oak, for a period 12 to 18 months, depending on the quality and character of the vintage.
