Saga Medoc Rouge 2009

Specifications

Thanks to the diversity of its soils, the Médoc is able to produce a uniquely varied range of wines to suit all occasions. Saga Médoc provides classic Médoc style with accessibility and immediate pleasure. The wine is the result of plot selection, yield control and the use of only perfectly ripe and healthy grapes. The dominant variety of the Médoc, Cabernet Sauvignon, is the predominant grape and traditional barrel ageing is adapted to suit the style of each vintage.

The 2009 vintage met the five conditions necessary for a great year in Bordeaux: homogeneous, early flowering and setting (early June) with hot, dry, sunny weather; an equally early start to the ripening process (véraison), beginning in late July, complete ripeness due a warm, dry August and September, and finally dream harvests starting late in September, in perfect weather conditions!
The wines of the Médoc show great quality, with superb aromatic expression, ripe, silky tannins, and a freshness in the finish which perfectly balances the sometimes high levels of alcohol.
Colour: Deep crimson.
Nose: Aromatic and intense, combining jammy aromas of fruit (strawberries, blackcurrants) with notes of liquorice.
Palate: Round and balanced, with ripe, velvety tannins, and spicy, powerful flavours (cinnamon, black pepper).