Chateau Condom
Built in 1690 by Sieur de Condom - Perceval, Kings of France's squire. Located in Loubes-Bernac.
A wines storehouse where modernism - with a stainless steel tank for vinifications and tradition a underground and arched cellar where wines are growing old are presents.
Country and Region: Bordeaux, France
Producer: Flavones
Classification: Cotes de Duras
Vintages available: 2002
Red or white: Red
Grape Varieties: 90% Merlot & 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
Maturation and Vinification Produced from 15 year old vines. The vineyard covers 5 hectares of chalky clay soil and is situated on Loubes-Bernac, 16 km north east from Duras. The wine is vinified traditionally in temperature controlled stainless steel vats. It is then aged in oak barrels for 12 months.
Tasting Notes Brilliant red with purple sheen. Powerful nose. Very good tannic structure developing into a long aftertaste.