The Château Piganeau 2020, a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru classé red wine. The wine is produced by Vignobles Brunot, a family-owned estate located in the Saint-Émilion appellation on the Right Bank of Bordeaux. The 2020 vintage is made from 100% Merlot grapes and aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, 30% of which are new.
This particular bottle is a double magnum, which is the equivalent of four standard 750ml bottles. Magnums are often seen as being higher quality than regular bottles, as the larger format allows for slower and more even aging of the wine.
The Château Piganeau 2020 is a medium-bodied wine with aromas of red and black fruit, such as cherries, plums, and blackberries. There are also hints of spice, such as pepper and licorice, as well as floral notes. On the palate, the wine is smooth and round with supple tannins. The flavors of fruit carry over from the nose, along with notes of leather, earth, and tobacco. The wine has a long, lingering finish.
The Château Piganeau 2020 is a versatile wine that can be enjoyed with a variety of foods. It would be particularly good with roasted lamb, grilled steak, or braised short ribs. It is also a good wine to drink on its own.
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Wine Type | Red |
| vol | 3 L |
| vintage | 2020 |
