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Wine: Chateau de Paillat-Quancard Cadillac Cotes de Bordeaux
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Cadillac Cotes de Bordeaux
Brand/Producer: Cheval Quancard
Grape Varietal: 80% Merlot & 15% Cabernet Sauvignon & 5% Cabernet Franc
ABV: 13.5%
Type: Red
Code: 2981
Tasting Note
A deep red wine with jewelled ruby glints, this wine has evocative aromas of forest fruit with wafts of earthy woodland and vanilla cedar. On the silky palate the rich berries are layered with toasted brioche leading on to a sultry smooth finish redolent with mellow Merlot.
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.
Dating back to the 16th century, Château de Paillat-Quancard owes its name to the neighbouring village of Paillet. The symbiosis is complete between a vineyard and its birthplace, giving extra feeling to a wine that remains elegant, subtle and refined throughout the years and always lives up to expectations. The chateau was bought by the Quancard family in1968 and the cellars were
entirely modernised in 2011. A conversion to certification for organic agriculture started in 2019. Since 2022, Château de Paillet-Quancard has been entitled to receive AB certification “Certified Organic Product”.
Winemaking
Traditional Bordeaux vinification with cold maceration for about a week is followed by a three week period of fermentation with maceration. Portions of the wine are matured in barrels and vats with Merlot predominantly in vats to ensure smooth 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 red and white meat, rich casseroles and soft cheese.
Awards & Accolades
4.0 Vivino
Gold Medal Concourse de Bordeaux 2021
Silver Medal Concourse International de Lyon 2021
90 points Wine Enthusiast
90 points James Suckling