Chateau Escot Médoc 2016 750ml

The Médoc in Bordeaux is basically in a pretty fortunate position as it is located halfway between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gironde River, yet at 45 degrees north latitude, at about equal distances from the Arctic Circle and the equator. The climate here is in perfect "balance" as it provides enough moisture and warmth for the grapes throughout their vegetative cycle. The wind, which is constantly blowing from the ocean and the river, refreshes the grapes even in the greatest summer heat, and protects them from disease during rainy periods.
The soil here consists of various sedimentary rocks, gravel, sand, sandstone, clay and other small stones, which on the one hand facilitates the drainage after rain and on the other hand efficiently collects the heat of the day and then radiates it at night, thus contributing to the formation of aromas.
The average age of vines is 40 years. The chateau deals with the four main blue varieties, namely Merlot, Cabernet franc and sauvignon, and Petit verdot.
The name Escot means tax collector, which was originally the name of the estate where the castle, which still stands today, was built 150 years ago. In 1858, the estate received cru bourgeois certification, which on the one hand declared the excellent quality of the wines made here, and on the other hand it could be exported tax-free locally and to the British Isles, the largest market at the time. In 1932, the French legislature enacted this privilege, which, although not in terms of tax rules, is used to communicate quality, but is still used today. Chateau Escot was purchased in 2019 by a group of Czech investors from a family that had owned it for decades and undertook to renovate the buildings, modernize the technology and carry on the chateau’s wine style unchanged.
The main wine of Escot, blending 45% Cabernet sauvignon, 50% Merlot and 5% Petit verdot, perfectly characterizes the above-mentioned classic yet modern style that breaks with Bordeaux traditions. The raw material was harvested from limestone and sand bedrock. The climate here is relatively cold, which ensures the slow ripening of the grapes and the development of a rich aroma background. The hand-held harvest in mid-October provided grapes in perfect ripeness and health for winemaking. Fermentation was carried out using conventional tub technology, with 50-50% maturation in barrique barrels and tanks for about 24 months.
It features mainly blackcurrants and a small amount of tertiary aroma, avar, skin and cigars due to the sophisticated use of barrels. It is vibrant in the mouth, yet elegant and deep. Excellent, soft tannin structure. Wine in an enjoyable, youthful and fashionable atmosphere. It is already drinkable, but has 10 years of potential.