Château Cantemerle 2010

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Château Cantemerle 2010

Producer: Château Cantemerle | Appellation: Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France
Vintage: 2010 | Classification: 5ème Cru Classé (Fifth Growth, 1855)
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Drinking Window: 2018–2045+ | Aging Potential: 30+ years

The Wine

The 2010 vintage at Château Cantemerle is one of the most accomplished wines in the estate’s modern history. From a legendary Bordeaux vintage, this wine combines depth, concentration, and classical Médoc character. It displays the hallmark elegance of Cantemerle, elevated by the structure and power of the vintage, making it a collector’s choice for long-term cellaring.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Complex bouquet of blackberry, cassis, cedar, tobacco, and graphite, with hints of violets and earthy spice.

Palate: Medium to full-bodied, offering ripe black fruits and plum layered with fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity. Undertones of cigar box, forest floor, and pencil lead add dimension.

Finish: Long and persistent, with a balance of fruit, spice, and minerality that will continue to evolve beautifully with age.

Producer Details

Château Cantemerle, a Fifth Growth in the 1855 Classification, is located in the southern Médoc near Macau. Known for producing refined and elegant wines that are approachable yet capable of aging gracefully, the estate is a consistent overachiever among the classified growths.

Wine Details

Vinification: Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel and concrete vats; matured in French oak barrels (40% new) for 12–16 months
Alcohol Content: ~13.5% ABV
Cellaring: Best from 2018, with peak maturity expected through 2045 and beyond

Food Pairing Suggestions

A fine match with roast lamb, beef bourguignon, venison, grilled ribeye, or aged Comté.