Chateau Carbonnieux - Pessac Leognan Rouge 2019

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Chateau Carbonnieux Description

Château Carbonnieux / PESSAC-LÉOGNAN / CRU CLASSÉ DE GRAVES

One of the most ancient winegrowing estates in Bordeaux, Château Carbonnieux has made wine without interruption since the 13th century. Built in an understated style, the château itself is an impressive building dating from the Middle Ages.

The first owners – and accomplished winegrowers – were the Benedictine monks of Sainte-Croix abbey in Bordeaux, who made internationally-renowned red and white wines centuries ago. They also succeeded in introducing their palecoloured, crystalclear white wine to the palace of the Sultan of Constantinople by labelling it “Mineral Water of Carbonnieux” to get around the prohibition against alcoholic beverages...

Located on the highest point in the commune of Léognan, on soil that is perfectly drained by a stream called L’Eau Blanche, Carbonnieux’s terroir is especially conducive to producing fine quality red and white wines. Carbonnieux has belonged to the Perrin family for three generations.

James Suckling: 94 Points

Vinous: 94 Points

I am so pleased that the 2019 Carbonnieux has retained the engaging aromatics that I found from the barrel sample: copious blackberry, raspberry, incense and light violet aromas soar from the glass. The palate is very well balanced with fine-grained tannins, and much more precise than recent vintages, leading to a harmonious, silky-smooth, almost tender finish. More polished than recent vintages, this Carbonnieux comes highly recommended.

Jeb Dunnuck: 94 Points

The 2019 Château Carbonnieux sports a deep purple/ruby hue to go with a brilliant nose of red and black currants, spring flowers, spicy oak, and hints of tobacco. It's beautiful on the palate as well and is medium to full-bodied, has a seamless, elegant texture, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It's the finest wine I've tasted from this estate. The blend is 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and the balance Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, all brought up in 40% new barrels. It’s well worth tracking down some bottles and will keep for two decades.