Chateau Quintus 2015
Introduction
Château Quintus 2015 is a red wine from France, produced in the Bordeaux region and the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé appellation. The estate is owned by Domaine Clarence Dillon, the family behind the First Growth Château Haut-Brion, and benefits from the expertise of their winemaking team. The 2015 vintage is part of a string of critically acclaimed years for the estate, recognized for its density, aromatic purity, and great potential.
Wine Description
The wine has a deep garnet-purple or deep, almost inky colour. The aromatic profile is noted for its complexity and vibrancy, featuring notes of black and red cherries, stewed plums, and mulberries, lifted by exotic spice. Hints of dark chocolate, cinnamon stick, licorice, and fragrant earth add depth.
Varietal Composition: 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc.
Body and Palate: Full-bodied and richly fruited, with an abundance of black fruit flavors. The wine shows tremendous richness on the mid-palate.
Structure: The texture is smooth, dense, and velvety, supported by fine-grained, firm tannins. Critics note its excellent balance and purity of fruit.
Aging: Aged in French oak barrels (35% new oak for the 2015 vintage).
ABV: 14.8%.
Optimal Drinking Window: Long-term aging potential, typically from 2022 to 2045.
Accolades
The 2015 is considered one of the estate's top-performing vintages.
James Suckling - 97 points
Jeb Dunnuck - 95 points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 94 points
Decanter (Jane Anson) - 93 points
Vinous (Antonio Galloni) - 93 points
Food Pairing
This rich and powerful Saint-Émilion pairs beautifully with all classic meat dishes. Suggested pairings include:
Roasted and braised meats, such as beef, veal, and lamb.
Duck and game dishes.
Vintage Quality
The 2015 vintage in Saint-Émilion was celebrated as a modern classic. Favourable weather conditions throughout the year, especially a warm and dry summer, led to grapes with excellent phenolic maturity and high concentration. The resulting wines are marked by their richness, smooth tannins, and potential for long-term cellaring.
Introduction
Château Quintus 2015 is a red wine from France, produced in the Bordeaux region and the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé appellation. The estate is owned by Domaine Clarence Dillon, the family behind the First Growth Château Haut-Brion, and benefits from the expertise of their winemaking team. The 2015 vintage is part of a string of critically acclaimed years for the estate, recognized for its density, aromatic purity, and great potential.
Wine Description
The wine has a deep garnet-purple or deep, almost inky colour. The aromatic profile is noted for its complexity and vibrancy, featuring notes of black and red cherries, stewed plums, and mulberries, lifted by exotic spice. Hints of dark chocolate, cinnamon stick, licorice, and fragrant earth add depth.
Varietal Composition: 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc.
Body and Palate: Full-bodied and richly fruited, with an abundance of black fruit flavors. The wine shows tremendous richness on the mid-palate.
Structure: The texture is smooth, dense, and velvety, supported by fine-grained, firm tannins. Critics note its excellent balance and purity of fruit.
Aging: Aged in French oak barrels (35% new oak for the 2015 vintage).
ABV: 14.8%.
Optimal Drinking Window: Long-term aging potential, typically from 2022 to 2045.
Accolades
The 2015 is considered one of the estate's top-performing vintages.
James Suckling - 97 points
Jeb Dunnuck - 95 points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 94 points
Decanter (Jane Anson) - 93 points
Vinous (Antonio Galloni) - 93 points
Food Pairing
This rich and powerful Saint-Émilion pairs beautifully with all classic meat dishes. Suggested pairings include:
Roasted and braised meats, such as beef, veal, and lamb.
Duck and game dishes.
Vintage Quality
The 2015 vintage in Saint-Émilion was celebrated as a modern classic. Favourable weather conditions throughout the year, especially a warm and dry summer, led to grapes with excellent phenolic maturity and high concentration. The resulting wines are marked by their richness, smooth tannins, and potential for long-term cellaring.
Description
Introduction
Château Quintus 2015 is a red wine from France, produced in the Bordeaux region and the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé appellation. The estate is owned by Domaine Clarence Dillon, the family behind the First Growth Château Haut-Brion, and benefits from the expertise of their winemaking team. The 2015 vintage is part of a string of critically acclaimed years for the estate, recognized for its density, aromatic purity, and great potential.
Wine Description
The wine has a deep garnet-purple or deep, almost inky colour. The aromatic profile is noted for its complexity and vibrancy, featuring notes of black and red cherries, stewed plums, and mulberries, lifted by exotic spice. Hints of dark chocolate, cinnamon stick, licorice, and fragrant earth add depth.
Varietal Composition: 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc.
Body and Palate: Full-bodied and richly fruited, with an abundance of black fruit flavors. The wine shows tremendous richness on the mid-palate.
Structure: The texture is smooth, dense, and velvety, supported by fine-grained, firm tannins. Critics note its excellent balance and purity of fruit.
Aging: Aged in French oak barrels (35% new oak for the 2015 vintage).
ABV: 14.8%.
Optimal Drinking Window: Long-term aging potential, typically from 2022 to 2045.
Accolades
The 2015 is considered one of the estate's top-performing vintages.
James Suckling - 97 points
Jeb Dunnuck - 95 points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 94 points
Decanter (Jane Anson) - 93 points
Vinous (Antonio Galloni) - 93 points
Food Pairing
This rich and powerful Saint-Émilion pairs beautifully with all classic meat dishes. Suggested pairings include:
Roasted and braised meats, such as beef, veal, and lamb.
Duck and game dishes.
Vintage Quality
The 2015 vintage in Saint-Émilion was celebrated as a modern classic. Favourable weather conditions throughout the year, especially a warm and dry summer, led to grapes with excellent phenolic maturity and high concentration. The resulting wines are marked by their richness, smooth tannins, and potential for long-term cellaring.
