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The year 2012 was punctuated by the vagaries of the weather. Winter was dry, especially in the first quarter. January temperatures were very mild, while February was particularly cold. Spring was rainy. Cool, damp weather conditions slowed vine growth. Flowering was slow and spread over the first three weeks of June, causing some heterogeneity on the vines. Rigorous work in the vineyard ensured that the vines were in the best possible condition for the development of the grapes. At the end of July, summer finally set in. August was particularly sunny and very dry, with several very hot days. Mid-veraison came a little late, around August 17. The fine weather continued into September, leading to fears that berry ripening would stall. Rain finally arrived on September 22, kick-starting the ripening cycle, a slow and gentle process that was closely monitored until the end of the season. Harvesting began on September 27 with the Merlot. The uneven ripeness of the grapes in the different plots requires a very precise and meticulous picking plan. The Cabernet Sauvignon was harvested from October 10 to 19, at full ripeness and in perfect health, despite the rainy spells. The berries were very ripe, and the musts were extremely rich, with lovely fruit and intense color. Maceration was exceptionally long (26 to 27 days), as the very thick skins of the Merlot and Cabernet grapes required more time to extract the quintessence of this vintage. At the price of constant effort and measured risk-taking at harvest time, 2012 ranks among the estate's excellent vintages of recent years.
Tasting notes
Appearance
Intense garnet-red color, dark and brilliant.
Aroma
The already expressive nose, fresh and spicy, combines finesse and elegance. Slightly woody, it is accompanied by light fruity notes.
Wine Fruity | Spicy
Taste
The attack is soft and round. Lots of balance and elegance on the mid-palate. Fruitiness and supple tannins give this wine fullness and density.
Wine Elégant | Rond
Product details
Keeps
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Peak
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Service
15°C
Grape varieties Cabernet-franc, Cabernet-sauvignon, Merlot, Petit verdot
Terroir -
Culture type
-
Alcohol
13.5%
Content
75cl
Decanting
30 min.
Food and wine pairings
Starters
Charcuterie.
Meat
Agneau rôti, carré de veau braisé, côte de boeuf à l'os accompagnée de cèpes poêlés.
Vegetables
Ecrasé de pommes de tetre à al truffe.
Cheeses
Fromages à pâte dure, tels que les tommes ou le gouda.
Desserts
Opéra.
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BenjaminR
• 16 reviews • Registered since 2023 • Reviewed on the 2014 vintage of this wine on 14/12/2023
On the nose, notes of black fruits such as blackberry and black cherry blend harmoniously with accents of tobacco, leather and licorice. These rich aromas prepare the palate for a memorable drinking experience. On the palate, the structure is impeccable, with firm but polished tannins offering a solid foundation.
Château Tronquoy Lalande
Château Tronquoy Lalande is a domain from the region Bordeaux in France, that produces 12 wines available to purchase, including the wine Château Tronquoy Lalande 2018.
Appellation
Saint-Estèphe
The appellation Saint-Estèphe is part of the region of Bordeaux from France which include Château Tronquoy Lalande and its 12 cuvées. Spread over 80% red wines, but also 11% white wines, 9% rosé, this region is 6 million hectolitres per yer (80% red wines + white wines (dry, sweet and fortified), clairet and crémant rosés).
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