Chateau Trocard 75cl

Château Trocard is a Bordeaux Supérieur made primarily from Merlot, with beautiful aromatic complexity and strong aging potential, reflecting the excellence of the Libournais terroir.

General characteristics
Appellation: Bordeaux Supérieur
Vineyard area: 35 hectares located in Les Artigues de Lussac, on the former gravel terraces of the Isle River, an extension of the Pomerol and Saint-Émilion terroirs
Soil type: 2/3 gravel on terraces, 1/3 clay-siliceous with deep ferruginous subsoil
Average vine age: approximately 40 years
Annual production: approximately 250,000 bottles in 75cl packaging

Grape blend
Merlot: 70 %
Cabernet Franc: 15 %
Cabernet Sauvignon: 15 %

Vinification and aging
Aged in stainless steel tanks to preserve the wine's freshness and fruitiness
Average alcohol: 13 to 14 % depending on the vintage

Tasting profile
Color: deep, intense red with purple highlights
Nose: complex notes of ripe red fruits (raspberry, strawberry, redcurrant), accompanied by nuances of chocolate, spices, vanilla, tobacco, and sometimes licorice or dried rose
Palate: beautiful balance with smooth tannins, flavors of black fruits, prunes, and candied fruits, with suppleness and a pleasant length on the finish
Aging potential: can be enjoyed young but develops its full complexity after 4 to 5 years of aging, and can be kept for up to ten years depending on the vintage

Serving suggestions
Ideal temperature: serve between 15 and 17 °C
Food pairings: grilled red meat, game, soft cheeses, dishes in sauce, and charcuterie
Recommended consumption: drink within 3 to 6 years of bottling to enjoy its freshness, or wait for a more evolved wine

History and estate
The Trocard family has been established in the Libournais for nearly 400 years. The current vineyards, managed by Jean-Louis Trocard and his wife since 1976, span around one hundred hectares across several appellations. Château Trocard embodies the power of fruit and the tradition of great Bordeaux Supérieurs, offering consistent and stable quality over the years.