Chateau Poujeaux Moulis en Medoc Red 96

Winery	Chateau Poujeaux
Region	Bordeaux
Appellation	Moulis
Type	Red Wine
Varietal	Cabernet Sauvignon blend
Vineyard Size	70 hectares
Soil	Quaternary gravel ("graves") over gravelly sand and gravelly clay subsoils
Vineyard Orientation	North Eastern
Average Age of Vines	30 years
Farming Practice	Conventional
Maturation	30% new oak for 12 months
Vintage	1996

Chateau Poujeaux is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift. The wine of Chateau Poujeaux is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised and grilled dishes. Chateau Poujeaux is a perfect match with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms and pasta as well as cheese.

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93pts Decanter– 2016 vintage

A standout during the en primeur tastings that lives up to its initial promise now it’s in bottle. Strong, confident flavours show clear Médoc character, with dark berry fruits, silky tannins, great balance and freshness. Lots of life ahead of it. Drinking Window 2022 – 2035

92pts James Suckling– 2016 vintage

Blackberry, blueberry and orange-peel aromas follow through to a full body with a solid core of fruit and a fresh, tangy finish. The hazelnut and walnut undertones add to the complexity. Drink in 2021 and onwards.

91pts Wine Spectator– 2016 vintage

A restrained style, but with a tasty core of juicy plum and red currant fruit that melds with light mulling spice, black tea and sanguine notes. There’s a dusting of cedar on the finish. Drink now through 2028. 12,500 cases made.

Chateau Poujeaux Moulis en Medoc Red 96