Château La Vieille Croix, Fronsac – A Tapestry of Tradition and Terroir
 
Nestled in the storied lands of Fronsac, Château La Vieille Croix is a harmonious blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, aged in Charlemagne's little valley. Experience a wine with the complexity of Saint Emilion and the unique touch of its rugged landscape.
 
Product Description:
Name: Château La Vieille Croix
Region: Fronsac, France
Size: 750 ml
Grape Varieties: 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 10% Malbec
Vine Age: Average 40 years
Alcohol Volume: Typically between 13.5%
 
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: A welcoming bouquet of cherry and plum, interwoven with delicate notes of smoke, licorice, and coffee.
Palate: The tannins are seamlessly integrated, blossoming into a rich, full-bodied experience with a silky texture.
Finish: A refined and intricate wine that promises a lingering love affair with each taste.
Viticulture:
Terroir: The vineyards thrive on a unique soil mix of clay and starfish limestone, similar to that of nearby Saint Emilion, contributing to the wine's distinctive character.
Cultivation: Meticulously hand-tended vines reflect the estate's commitment to the grand cru tradition of manual excellence.
Vinification:
Harvesting: Handpicked with precision, ensuring only the finest grapes are selected for this noble expression of Fronsac.
Winemaking: Traditional methods, from destemming to sorting, are employed to craft this exquisite wine.
 
The Story: Château La Vieille Croix stands proudly in a valley once roamed by Charlemagne, encapsulating the essence of Fronsac's rich winemaking history. The estate's modest size belies the grandeur of its wine, a testament to the dedication and care invested in every bottle.
 
Perfect For:
Lovers of complex and intense Bordeaux wines.
Pairings with smoked and braised meats, hard cheeses, and truffle-infused delicacies.
Those seeking a wine that embodies the rugged elegance of Fronsac's landscape.
 
Château La Vieille Croix is more than a wine; it's a journey through time and taste, ideal for those who appreciate the legacy of French viticulture.
 
La Vieille Croix has a flattering cherry, a plum bouquet with subtle scents of smokiness, licorice and coffee. The tannins are well integrated first and open into a full-bodied and silky mouth feeling. This is a real refined wine to fall in love with. Highly complex and intense, this Fronsac is ideally paired with the smoky notes of braised meat as well as hard cheeses and elegant truffle-based dishes.