🍷 Le Cros Grand Cru Merlot 2020 Dry Red Wine brings the Merlot-led character of Saint-Émilion to a dry red Bordeaux with dark-fruit aromas, gentle spice and a balanced structure. From an estate in the triangle between Figeac, Montlabert and Lamarzelle, this wine combines a generous fruit impression with the freshness that makes it enjoyable alongside a proper meal. Its 13.5% alcohol offers a measured profile for a relaxed dinner or a thoughtful wine gift.
Black fruit and plum lead the aromatic impression, followed by subtle woody and spicy notes. The palate is supple and rounded, with tannins that give the fruit definition and support a persistent finish. Merlot provides the blend’s central character, while Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc bring complementary structure and aromatic interest. Château Le Cros 2020 is a good choice for drinkers who enjoy fruit, texture and an understated oak influence together.
The producer describes temperature-controlled stainless-steel vinification followed by approximately twelve months in previously used French oak barrels. This approach supports the wine’s fruit expression while adding a gentle oak dimension. The estate’s published technical blend is 85% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc; these figures describe the producer’s technical specification rather than a separately verified vintage analysis.
🍽️ Try Le Cros Grand Cru Merlot 2020 Dry Red Wine with roast lamb, grilled beef, mushroom dishes or mature cheese. Serve at 16–18°C and give the wine some time in the glass to open. The 750ml bottle suits a shared meal, and its classic Saint-Émilion presentation makes Château Le Cros 2020 an appealing addition to a dinner table.
📌 Key Details
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Producer: Château Le Cros
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Style: Dry red wine
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Country: France
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Region: Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux
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Appellation: Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC
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Vintage: 2020
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Volume: 750ml
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Alcohol: 13.5%
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Maturation: Approximately 12 months in used French oak barrels
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Profile: Dark fruit, plum, subtle spice and oak
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Pairing: Roast lamb, grilled beef, mushrooms, mature cheese
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Serving: 16–18°C
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Grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc; producer specification 85% / 10% / 5%
