Chateau Franc La Rose 300cl

Château Franc La Rose 3 L is a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru made from Merlot and Cabernet Franc, aged for 18 months in French barriques, offering aromatic complexity, elegance, and aging potential.

General Characteristics
Appellation: Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC, Bordeaux, France 

Producer: Jean-Louis and Benoît Trocard, Vignobles Trocard 

Format: 3 liters (Jeroboam)
Grape varieties: 75% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc 

Average vine age: 40 years
Terroir: Clay-limestone plateau, soil conducive to Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 

Vinification and Aging
Harvest: Hand sorting and carefully selected grapes 

Vinification: Traditional Bordeaux method with maceration for 4 to 5 weeks 

Aging: 18 months in French oak barriques, including 60% new barriques 

Alcohol content: Approximately 13.5% to 14% depending on the vintage 

Sugar content: Approximately 2.9 g/L 

Tasting
Color: Deep red with purple highlights 

Nose: Aromas of black fruits (cherry, blackcurrant), spicy notes, and floral touches such as old rose, with subtle oak, vanilla, and licorice depending on the vintage 

Palate: Fine and elegant tannins, a full-bodied and smooth texture, balance between fruit and oak, good length, and complexity 

Aging potential: Generally 5 to 15 years depending on the vintage and storage conditions 

Serving temperature: 16–18°C, ideally decanted 1 hour before serving 

Food and Wine Pairings
Grilled or roasted red meats (duck breast, Bordelaise ribeye steak)
Game and regional dishes (duck confit, Bordelaise lamprey)
Aged cheeses and fine charcuterie 

Notes and Recommendations
Recent vintages to favor: 2020 and 2022 for finesse and balance 

Ratings: Extraprima 90–92/100, Jeb Dunnuck 88–90/100 for the 2021 vintage 

The quality remains consistent in the 3 L format compared to standard bottles, as the wine is simply packaged in a larger volume.

In summary, the Château Franc La Rose 3 L retains all the qualities of its Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation, combining aromatic richness, fine tannins, and an optimal expression of its terroir thanks to careful vinification and extended aging in French barriques.