{"product_id":"chateau-meric-medoc-6l","title":"Chateau Meric Medoc 6L","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Château Méric Médoc Mathusalem 6L (2013 vintage) is a grand cru bourgeois presenting elegance, concentration and silkiness typical of the Médoc terroir, presented in a prestigious format in a wooden box bearing the castle's coat of arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Information\u003cbr\u003eAppellation: Médoc AOC, Bordeaux, France\u003cbr\u003eVintage: 2013\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Mathusalem (6 litres, equivalent to 8 bottles)\u003cbr\u003eType of wine: Red\u003cbr\u003eClassification: Cru Bourgeois\u003cbr\u003eIndicative price: depending on the distributor and availability, often available to order from a specialist site \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVinification and Aging\u003cbr\u003eMethod: Traditional work with careful extraction of the fruit\u003cbr\u003eAlcoholic fermentation: temperature-controlled between 28-30°C to preserve the aromas and structure of the wine\u003cbr\u003eMaceration: 3 to 4 weeks on the skins after fermentation\u003cbr\u003eMalolactic fermentation: carried out in barrels or casks for a silky aging\u003cbr\u003eAging: 18 months in wood, promoting smooth tannins and good maturation of the wine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganoleptic Characteristics\u003cbr\u003eColor: deep and bright, with purple reflections\u003cbr\u003eNose: complex aromas of black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry), cherry, raspberry, with toasted wood and cedar nuances\u003cbr\u003ePalate: silky texture, elegant and structuring tannins, beautiful concentration, long finish\u003cbr\u003eStyle: elegant, complex, distinctive, typical of the Médoc Cru Bourgeois \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrape Varieties and Blend\u003cbr\u003eAlthough the 2013 6L Mathusalem does not specify the exact blend, Médoc tradition suggests:\u003cbr\u003eDominant Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003eMerlot\u003cbr\u003ePossibly Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, for structure and aromatic complexity \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Tips and Food Pairings\u003cbr\u003eServing temperature: 16 to 18°C\u003cbr\u003eDecanting: recommended one hour before tasting for better aromatic opening\u003cbr\u003eCulinary pairings: roasted or grilled red meats, leg of lamb with herbs, duck breast, Beef Wellington, aged cheeses such as Comté or Brie de Meaux, regional dishes such as duck confit or Bordeaux porcini mushrooms \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaging and Storage\u003cbr\u003ePresentation: each Mathusalem is delivered in a wooden box with the castle's coat of arms\u003cbr\u003eStorage: store away from light and vibrations, at a stable temperature of 12-15°C with controlled humidity\u003cbr\u003eAging potential: several decades in optimal conditions, the wine gaining complexity and finesse over time \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Château Méric Mathusalem 6L represents a prestigious choice for special occasions or to enrich a collection of large-format wines, combining refinement, aromatic power and the viticultural heritage of the Médoc.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Meric","offers":[{"title":"1 \/ Without","offer_id":42896384688233,"sku":"MERIC18|SANS|1","price":13660.0,"currency_code":"MUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/7026\/5705\/files\/ChateauMericMedoc6L_1.jpg?v=1770704917","url":"https:\/\/seaboxxonline.mu\/en\/products\/chateau-meric-medoc-6l","provider":"SEABOXXONLINE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}