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2009 Château Talbot
- Vintage: 2009
- Bottle Size: 0,75l
- Filling level: hf - high fill
- Label Condition: 1A
- Source: private collection
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Grape variety
65% Cabernet Sauvignon
30% Merlot
5% Petit Verdot - Alcohol percentage: 13,5% vol.
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Points:
93 Falstaff
93 Wine Enthusiast
91 Wine Spectator -
Origin:
St. Julien
Bordeaux
France
Left Bank
Château Talbot
If you delve into the history of Bordeaux châteaux, you’ll surprisingly often find British roots. This traces back to the marriage of Eleanor of Aquitaine to Henry II. From the 12th to the 15th century, Bordeaux was under the rule of the English kings and experienced an economic boom, driven in part by the flourishing wine trade. Many British buyers purchased or established vineyards, which is still reflected in the names of many estates today.
Talbot is one such estate with English name origins. However, the exact source of its name is not entirely certain. It is believed to be named either after John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury, who served as Connétable of France (Master of the Royal Cavalry), or it may derive from Talabot, a wooden piece used in oxen harnesses.
In 1917, the estate was acquired by the Cordier family, who already owned several properties in Bordeaux. To this day, the family remains the owner of this 4ème Cru in St. Julien.
The château cultivates nearly 110 hectares of vineyards, planted with 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot, and 2% Cabernet Franc.
St. Julien
The smallest appellation among the Médoc’s most famous, covering just 900 hectares, may not boast a Premier Cru, but it is home to exceptional 2ème, 3ème, and 4ème Crus—the very best of which we proudly offer in our selection.
Anyone who has ever driven past the majestic Léoville estates might never want to leave. It is believed that in the 18th century, the stunning Léoville estate was the largest in all of Médoc before it was divided into the three renowned wineries we know today. Since the 1980s, St. Julien has offered unmatched consistency in quality, which we deeply admire. We equally appreciate its subtlety, balance, and strong sense of tradition.
There are many wines we love from St. Julien:
- The 2ème Cru Château Léoville-Las Cases, known for its precise structure and complex aromas
- Château Léoville-Poyferré, the most fruit-driven of the Léoville estates
- Château Talbot, whose gentle wildness has always fascinated us.
