{"product_id":"saint-emilion-grand-cru-classe-2023-clos-des-jacobins","title":"Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé 2023 - Clos des Jacobins","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe depth of Merlot at the heart of Saint-Émilion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClos des Jacobins 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003eSaint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé\u003c\/strong\u003e that expresses the character of Bordeaux's Right Bank with remarkable precision: the richness and softness of Merlot meet the aromatic complexity and structure of Cabernet Franc, supported by a small proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate's approximately 8.5-hectare vineyard lies at the foot of the Saint-Émilion slopes, with a south-facing exposure and predominantly \u003cstrong\u003eclay-limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a deep, generous red wine built around ripe fruit, refined tannins and significant oak ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe winemaker's notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Clos des Jacobins impressed me with the way it combines \u003cstrong\u003erichness and freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e. Merlot provides a broad, juicy fruit profile, while Cabernet Franc brings aromatic depth and a more vertical structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose shows dark and ripe fruit, particularly plum, blackberry and dark berries, complemented by spicy and lightly toasted notes from the oak ageing. On the palate, it is full, creamy and structured, with tannins that are already well integrated but have enough substance to support further bottle ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cstrong\u003eYuri Stefani\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we chose it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClos des Jacobins is a fine example of the Saint-Émilion style, where \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot takes centre stage without sacrificing structure or complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an ambitious wine, but its character is not based on power alone. The limestone terroir and Cabernet Franc component contribute freshness and definition, while the 2023 vintage shows remarkable fruit precision and interesting ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe terroir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClos des Jacobins is located in \u003cstrong\u003eSaint-Émilion\u003c\/strong\u003e, on Bordeaux's Right Bank, at the foot of the slopes with a south-facing exposure. The vineyard is planted as a single block on \u003cstrong\u003eclay-limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly well suited to Merlot and Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe limestone contributes freshness and mineral definition, while the clay helps retain water and supports the ripening of Merlot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe winery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClos des Jacobins is a historic Saint-Émilion estate, with vineyards in the area dating back to the 17th century. Since 2004, the estate has been owned by \u003cstrong\u003eThibaut and Magali Decoster\u003c\/strong\u003e. The vineyard covers approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8.5 hectares\u003c\/strong\u003e, with vines averaging around 30 years of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are hand-harvested and carefully sorted. For the 2023 vintage, vinification involved maceration, punch-downs and délestage, while malolactic fermentation took place in new barrels and wooden vats. The wine was then aged for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e14 months in oak barrels, 60% of which were new\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clos des Jacobins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clos des Jacobins 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saint-Émilion Grand Cru\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grand Cru Classé\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clay-limestone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-picked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maceration, punch-downs and délestage; malolactic fermentation in new barrels and wooden vats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 14 months in oak barrels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew oak:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 15% ABV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains sulfites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the glass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep ruby red with intense purple reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlackberry, ripe plum and dark berry fruit, followed by spicy, cocoa, toasted and subtle balsamic notes. With bottle age, tobacco and woodland nuances may develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBroad, juicy and structured. Ripe fruit is supported by present yet well-integrated tannins and a refreshing backbone. Oak ageing adds depth and complexity while allowing the fruit character to remain at the centre. The finish is long and persistent. 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