Chateau Patache d'Aux Medoc

A historic Médoc estate near the Gironde Estuary, Château Patache d'Aux reveals aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, ripe plum, cedar, graphite, violet, and subtle spice. Medium to full-bodied with polished tannins and vibrant freshness, it offers elegant structure, classic Left Bank character, and a long, refined finish.

Food Pairing: Pair with grilled ribeye, roast lamb, beef bourguignon, duck confit, mushroom risotto, aged Comté, braised short ribs, or roasted root vegetables.

89 Points - James Suckling 

Slightly confected sweetly floral fruits in the red-berry zone lead to a palate that has tangy, vibrant and lively tannins that grip and are dry through the plum and blackberry-flavored finish. Try from 2020.

89 Points - Wine Spectator 

A light singed cedar frame carries pretty plum, cherry and currant preserve flavors along, letting subtle savory and iron notes glide through as well. The focused, restrained finish has nice harmony. Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2021. 25,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.

87 Points - Wine Enthusiast 

Named after the stagecoach that used to stop here on its way up the Médoc, this wine is light, with soft blackberry fruits and acidity. An easy wine that's likely to mature quickly, it should be ready from 2019.