VINTAGES
Château Cartier 2012
Weather Conditions During the Growing Season
Spring was cold and rainy. The vines got off to a late start, and flowering took place under difficult conditions. July was exceptionally cool but dry in the second half of the month. Warm weather set in during August, with a heat wave beginning after the 15th. September felt like summer, and autumn didn’t make its appearance until the very last few days.
Total vineyard area
17.59 hectares
Region of Harvest
clay-limestone slope and silty-clay foothills
Grape Varieties Harvested
100% Merlot
Harvest Dates
October 2–10
Wine Production
A few words about the winemaking process for this vintage.
Cultivation Method
Organic wine, EU Agriculture, FR-BIO-07 Biodynamic wine, certified by ECOCERT France SAS
Livestock Farming
75% in barrels, 25% in tanks
Tasting
The color is beautiful—garnet with carmine highlights. The complex nose features mineral, roasted, and blond tobacco notes, complemented by a hint of spice, white pepper, and olive, and returns to fruit (cherry soaked in brandy). On the palate, the wine is round on the attack and unfolds smoothly. The tannins are velvety and supple. There is a lovely aromatic finish, enhanced by notes of licorice. The wine is lively overall, with nice tension and beautiful harmony.
Comment
Comments updated by Alain Moueix – 2017
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