CHÂTEAU MARTET – RÉSERVE DE FAMILLE 2020 – 15 L

Description

The iconic cuvée of Château Martet, the 2020 Réserve de Famille embodies the very best of Bordeaux Merlot. Crafted from carefully selected grapes and produced with exceptional attention to detail, this outstanding wine captivates with its depth, aromatic richness and elegance.

Aged for 18 months in new French oak barrels, this exceptional wine reveals a deep garnet-red colour and an intense bouquet of black cherry, blackcurrant and blackberry, complemented by delicate notes of liquorice, vanilla and spice.

On the palate, it is full-bodied, smooth and concentrated. Its powerful yet beautifully integrated tannins envelop generous, ripe fruit, supported by lovely freshness and a subtle hint of mint. The long, lingering finish reveals remarkable harmony between power, finesse and complexity.

A great wine for cellaring, generous and refined, destined to take pride of place on the finest tables and in the cellars of discerning Bordeaux wine lovers.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep, intense garnet red with brilliant reflections.

Nose: A complex bouquet of Morello cherry, blackcurrant and blackberry, complemented by notes of liquorice, sweet spices, vanilla and subtle oak nuances.

Palate: Full-bodied, dense and velvety. Ripe dark fruits express themselves with intensity, supported by structured tannins and beautiful freshness. The finish is long, elegant and persistent, with a delicate hint of mint.

Technical Details

• Estate: Château Martet
• Cuvée: Réserve de Famille
• Vintage: 2020
• Country: France
• Region: Bordeaux
• Appellation: Sainte-Foy-Bordeaux AOC
• Colour: Red
• Grape Variety: 100% Merlot
• Ageing: 18 months in new French oak barrels
• Bottle Size: 15 litres
• Alcohol: 14.5% vol.
• Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
• Decanting: Ideally 1 to 2 hours before serving
• Cellaring Potential: 2025–2050

Food Pairings

A magnificent companion to fine cuts of red meat, roasted rack of lamb, duck breast or feathered game. It also pairs beautifully with mushroom-based dishes, rich reduced sauces and mature hard cheeses.

An exceptional 15-litre format, ideal for special occasions, prestigious receptions and collectors of fine wines.