THE VINTAGES
Château Cartier 2011
Weather Conditions During the Growing Season
Following a mild and dry winter, budburst was early (two weeks ahead of schedule). Summer quickly took over from spring. Temperatures were generally above seasonal averages and the weather was dry. Flowering began with the same earliness as shoot growth and proceeded very smoothly. On June 26 and 27, temperatures exceeded 40°C, causing sunburn on some of the grapes. July and August were dull, but the grapevine cycle maintained its growth advantage. The early harvest benefited from a particularly favorable month of September.
Total vineyard area
17.59 hectares
Harvest terroir
clay-limestone hillside and clay-silt foothills
Grape varieties
100% Merlot
Harvest dates
September 6 to 24
Winemaking
A brief overview of the winemaking process for this vintage.
Farming methods
Organic wine, EU Agriculture, FR-BIO-07. Biodynamic wine, certified by ECOCERT France SAS
Maturation
75% in oak barrels, 25% in vats
Tasting
The 2011 Château Cartier has a slightly orangey ruby-red color. Airy at first, the nose reveals aromas of blond tobacco and dried flowers before gently lingering on spices. On the palate, the wine is all length and finesse, supported by well-adjusted tannins. The texture is silky. Of medium length, the finish is enhanced by a subtle, lightly toasted oak note.
Commentary
Commentary updated by Alain Moueix – 2017
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