Get to know: Château Potensac, Cru Bourgeois Médoc 1995
A classic Bordeaux red wine from the northern Médoc, showcasing the traditional, age-worthy style Château Potensac is known for.
Tasting Note
Château Potensac 1995 is a mature, elegant red that delivers classic Médoc character rather than sheer power. Deep ruby in colour with signs of development, it offers aromas of herb-tinged blackcurrant and cassis, alongside cedar, gentle spice and subtle earthy notes. On the palate, this Bordeaux blend is medium-bodied and supple, with rounded dark fruit, savoury undertones and a firm but well-integrated structure. The finish is dry, balanced and gently earthy, showing the tertiary complexity you’d expect from a well-aged Cru Bourgeois Médoc. A refined, old-school claret for lovers of traditional Bordeaux red wine.
Top food pairings:
- Roast lamb with garlic and herbs
- Slow-braised beef or venison stew
- Mature hard cheeses such as Comté or aged Cheddar
Kate Says
This is proper grown-up Bordeaux – more about savoury depth and balance than big fruit. Perfect for a slow Sunday lunch when you want something thoughtful in the glass.
Producer Info
Château Potensac is a long-established estate in Ordonnac, in the Médoc, owned by the Delon family of Léoville-Las-Cases fame. Known for producing wines that express a pure, traditional Médoc style, Potensac has long been regarded as one of the benchmarks of the Cru Bourgeois classification. Gravelly-clay soils and a classic blend give the wines structure, freshness and the ability to age gracefully.
How it’s made:
- Varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
- Harvested at full ripeness to balance fruit and structure
- Traditional maceration to gently extract colour and tannin
- Fermented using classic Bordeaux methods
- Matured to soften tannins and develop complexity over time
Good to know:
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Region: Médoc, Bordeaux, France
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Style: Red, still, medium-bodied
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Closure: Natural cork
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Vegan: No
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ABV: 12.5%
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Vintage: 1995
Why we love it:
This Médoc Bordeaux red wine is all about classic charm and mature complexity. If you enjoy traditional claret with savoury depth, gentle structure and plenty of history in the glass, Château Potensac 1995 is a rewarding bottle to open now.