At a glance

Producer

Chateau Patris Querre

Region

Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux, France

Grape variety

Merlot-dominated blend (typically Merlot with Cabernet Franc, sometimes Cabernet Sauvignon)

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-45 USD

Tasting profile

Ripe red and black fruit (plum, black cherry, cassis), subtle oak, floral notes (violet), gentle spice, mineral undertones.

Evolution: Will integrate oak and tannin over 2-5 years; develop savory complexity, tobacco, earth, truffle notes by mid-decade.

At peak: Silky texture, seamless fruit/tannin integration, layered complexity, and subtle tertiary aromatics by 2027-2031.

Structure

Acidity

Medium; balanced and fresh

Tannins

Medium plus; refined; slightly grippy at this youthful stage

Alcohol

Medium to medium-plus (13.5-14.5%)

Aging potential

7-12 years depending on storage conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2039

Optimal window

2025 to 2042

Current status

Young, still primary but approachable with air

Current condition

Fresh, vibrant fruit; structure evident; will develop complexity over the next 2-4 years

Saint-Émilion Grand Cru wines are typically accessible within 2-4 years of harvest but show their full potential after 5-8 years, when tannins soften and secondary flavors emerge.

Food pairing

Roast duck, lamb shoulder, grilled mushrooms, hard cheeses, herb-crusted pork.

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — The wine is still youthful with medium plus tannins that can benefit from aeration to soften and enhance its flavors.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 5/10

Conventional Bordeaux winemaking with partial sustainable practice adoption (cover crops, reduced herbicide use noted in region). No explicit data on energy/water management or recycled packaging from producer.

Chateau Patris Querre appears to follow standard regional viticultural protocols, with no explicit sustainability or environmental certifications as of the 2022 vintage. Some regional movement towards lower-impact farming is typical in Saint-Émilion, but the estate lacks published commitments to energy efficiency or carbon reduction. If sustainability is a priority, wines from certified organic/biodynamic estates or those using lightweight bottles/alternative packaging may offer superior credentials.