VINTAGES
Château Cartier 2014
Weather Conditions During the Growing Season
The season got off to a good start with early budbreak. Flowering took place during a dry and sunny June. The summer was more chaotic, cool, and stormy. The vines fell behind schedule, and veraison stretched out over a long period. Beginning in late August, a particularly hot spell set in and lasted long enough to result in an unusually mild late season. Daily temperature ranges were significant and favorable for the ripening of the seeds and skins. As the weather remained dry, the berries developed good concentration.
Total vineyard area
17.17 hectares
Region of Harvest
clay-limestone slope and silty-clay foothills
Grape Varieties Harvested
100% Merlot
Harvest Dates
September 23 through October 7
Wine Production
A few words about the winemaking process for this vintage.
Cultivation Method
The estate has been certified organic since 2006 and biodynamic since 2008—a member of Biodyvin.
Livestock Farming
75% in barrels, 25% in tanks
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