At a glance

Producer

Famille Jauffreau

Region

Bordeaux, France

Grape variety

Merlot / Cabernet Franc / Cabernet Sauvignon blend

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$40-$55

Tasting profile

Offers primary dark fruit aromas (blackcurrant, plum), hints of graphite and cedar with youthful spice

Evolution: Will develop more complex tertiary notes including leather, tobacco, and forest floor over 5-10 years

At peak: Expect a rich, layered palate with silky tannins and harmonious balance at peak maturity

Structure

Acidity

Balanced acidity providing freshness and aging potential

Tannins

Medium to firm tannin structure typical of Bordeaux blends, suitable for aging

Alcohol

13-13.5%

Aging potential

15-20+ years from vintage date under proper cellar conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2029 to 2047

Optimal window

2026 to 2050

Current status

Approaching early maturity

Current condition

Youthful with potential for significant development

As a high-quality Bordeaux from a reputable family producer with Vignes Centenaires designation (old vines), this wine’s structure of balanced tannins and acidity supports extended cellaring. The vintage 2022’s good conditions favor a prolonged drinking window.

Food pairing

Ideal with red meat dishes such as lamb, beef stew, game birds, and aged cheeses like Comté or Gouda.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1 hour) — Allows the wine to soften tannins and open up aromas

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Energy-efficient winery operations, manual harvesting to preserve quality and reduce machinery impact, limited water usage with drip irrigation

Famille Jauffreau winery has committed to sustainability through environmentally conscious vineyard management including cover crops, minimal chemical usage, and progressive energy efficiency measures in vinification. While not fully organic or biodynamic certified, they maintain sustainable agriculture principles that lower environmental impact compared to conventional viticulture.