A silky, elegant claret from a quietly brilliant château.
This 2015 vintage from Château Cantemerle, a Grand Cru Classé estate in the Haut-Médoc, is drinking beautifully. Classic claret through and through, it opens with aromas of dark cherry, plum, violet and cedar. On the palate, it’s smooth and poised – ripe blackberry fruit framed by fine tannins, hints of graphite, forest floor and a gentle smoky spice from oak aging. The 2015 vintage brings balance, depth, and a long, graceful finish.
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When to drink it: This vintage is in a perfect spot now – mellowed and complex – but will hold its charm for another 5–8 years easily. A treat for a Sunday roast or an understated dinner party.
“This is what I reach for when I want proper Bordeaux without the pomp. It’s polished, yes, but not shouty – a wine that whispers class. 2015 was a gorgeous year, and Cantemerle really nailed it. A great bottle to have in your stash for when you want something impressive but still approachable.”
Château Cantemerle is one of the oldest estates in the Médoc, with roots going back to the 12th century. It was classified as a Fifth Growth (Cinquième Cru Classé) in the famous 1855 Classification, and sits at the southern edge of the Haut-Médoc, close to Margaux.
Owned by French insurance group SMABTP since the 1980s, the estate has seen thoughtful investment and a quiet renaissance. Under the stewardship of winemaker Éric Boissenot (who consults for some of the biggest names in Bordeaux), Cantemerle has carved a reputation for elegant, finely tuned wines that age gracefully but don’t need decades to show well.
How it’s made:
The result is a claret with structure and soul – layered and complex, but never overworked.
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