Carillon de Rouget - Pomerol 2020
Le Carillon de Rouget 2020: The Elegance of an Exceptional Vintage
Le Carillon de Rouget is the second wine of Château Rouget, benefiting from a terroir with lighter clay soils than those of the Grand Vin. This specific soil, combined with younger vines (around 20 years old), promotes faster grape maturation, bringing roundness and indulgence to this cuvée.
A Fruity and Silky Wine, a True Reflection of Its Terroir
Le Carillon de Rouget 2020 is crafted from a precise blend: 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, offering a beautiful aromatic concentration and a velvety texture. Its 18-month aging in one-year-old barrels lends it a fine structure and an affirmed elegance.
2020: A Vintage Marked by Early Ripening
Despite a mild and humid winter, followed by a rainy spring and a scorching summer, the 2020 vintage successfully leveraged accumulated water reserves to produce perfectly ripe grapes. The harvest, which began on September 15 and lasted fifteen days, ensured freshness and balance were preserved.
This 2020 vintage marks a significant milestone for Château Rouget, as it embarks on its conversion to organic farming, officially certified in 2023. This initiative reflects the estate's commitment to preserving its terroir and crafting wines that are increasingly respectful of the environment.