Château Ormes de Pez

Saint-Estèphe

2023

Blend

55% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot

Wine designation

Château Ormes de Pez, Red, 2023
Category: Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux

Food pairing

Serve alongside a beef tenderloin with a red wine reduction sauce or alongside a duck breast with a red fruit glaze.

Château Ormes de Pez

Saint-Estèphe

2023

Tasting notes

Expressive red fruits with hints of spice and a savory finish. Tannins are round and have good focus.

Vineyard

Vineyard size: 40 hectares
Soil composition: 2 distinct terroirs – gravel soil as well as a portion that has predominantly sandy-clay.

Winemaking

Fermentation container: Hand-picked
Aging: Oak Barrels
16 months with 45% new oak.
Type of oak: French

Heritage in the vineyard

Domaine

Château Ormes de Pez dates back to the 18th century. Purchased by the Cazes family in 1939 about the time the family purchased Château Lynch-Bages.

Green in the vineyard

Environmental practices

During cellar renovation, the winery’s design, materials have been taken into consideration to improving its energy efficiency. With significant natural light and solar panels to supply a large portion of the energy needs. Additionally, rainwater run-off is collected to water plants.