Wine: Chateau Vieux Cardinal Lafaurie Lalande de Pomerol  

Country: France

Region: Bordeaux

Appellation: Lalande de Pomerol  

Brand/Producer: Cheval Quancard

Grape Varietal: 65% Merlot & 25% Cabernet Franc & 10% Cabernet Sauvignon

ABV: 14%

Type: Red

Code: 2987

Tasting Note

This wine has a beautiful purple colour and an open nose with notes of ripe fruit and 

cherries. Mellow berry flavours from Merlot are accentuated with appropriate acidity and tempered with smoky notes from Cabernet. Tannins are smooth and supple with an elegant lingering finish.

Producer

The motto of the Cheval Quancard wine company is “l'émotion des bordeaux nous inspire“. “We are inspired by the emotion of Bordeaux” 

Founded in 1844 by Pierre Quancard, the Cheval Quancard company has grown over the years and now owns ten chateaux in various prestigious appellations. As a negociant, the company also has partnerships with additional chateaux as well. Cheval Quancard prides itself on offering a range of Bordeaux wines which surpass expectations in terms of quality, diversity, authenticity and value.

The origins of Chateau Vieux Cardinal Lafaurie date back to the 12th century, when the order of the Hospitallers of Saint John of Jerusalem set up a hospital to care for crusaders and pilgrims. Cabernet Franc vines were planted then to produce the wine for mass. The Château Vieux Cardinal Lafaurie was bought by Marcel Quancard in 1978.

Winemaking

Traditional Bordeaux vinification in thermos regulated stainless steel with 2 to 3 weeks maceration. Ageing In barrels of French oak for 12 months with 50% renewed every year to ensure balanced tannins.

Fun Fact

The first Chateau owned by Pierre Quancard was Château de Bordes-Quancard which was originally a stud farm. In 1985 the company name became Cheval Quancard (cheval meaning horse in French) as an homage to horse symbolising loyalty, wisdom and conquest.

Food pairing

Enjoy with roasted poultry and game, rich casseroles and strong cheeses.

Awards & Accolades

4.2 Vivino

Gold Medal Challenge International du Vin Blaye 2021

Gold Medal Concourse de Bordeaux 2021

Silver Medal Concourse International de Lyon 2021

Silver Medal Concourse de Grands Vins de France Macon 2021

87 points Wine Enthusiast