{"product_id":"chateau-corbin-grand-cru-2019-saint-emilion-bordeaux-france-twi-94-wa-93-vm-93-jd-93-js-92","title":"Chateau Corbin Grand Cru 2019 (Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, France) - [TWI 94] [WA 93] [VM 93] [DM 93] [JD 93] [JS 92]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Corbin is a prestigious Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé winery, located on Bordeaux’s Right Bank in France. Famous for its historic 15th-century estate and family-led winemaking, it produces highly regarded, elegant, and fruit-forward red wines from the Merlot and Cabernet Franc grape varieties. The winery has\u003cspan\u003e belonged to the same family since 1924. Passed down from generation to generation through the female line, it is now \u003c\/span\u003eowned by Anabelle Cruse Bardinet (4th generation)\u003cspan\u003e and her husband Sébastien Bardinet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wines of Château Corbin are the fruit of true luxury craftsmanship. Carefully tended vines, a meticulous selection of the grape bunches and slow barrel ageing are prerequisites in the Corbin method to ensure longevity in its wines. Anabelle Cruse has trained as the oenologist and\u003cbr\u003emanaged the estate since 1999. She has improved and enhanced the estate and its wines, replanting plots, restructuring the site, and creating a new plot-by-plot managed vat room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoils: Clay and clay-sand over an iron-rich clay subsoil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAverage age of the vines: 30 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVine-growing: Integrated crop management, eco-friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposition: 90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvesting: By hand from October 5th to October 22nd\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVatting: 18 temperature-controlled, unlined concrete vats, 17 – 26 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgeing: 18 months in 100% in French oak barrels, with 50% new oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - The Wine Independent:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2019 Corbin sings of juicy blackberries and fresh, ripe plum, plus wafts of black tea, wild sage, and cast-iron pan. Medium to full-bodied, it has bags of juicy berry flavors and soft texture, finishing long and spicy.” – LPB (May 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Whether I landed on an off bottle or simply misunderstood the wine when I tasted it a few months ago is unclear, but what is certain is that I misjudged the 2019 Corbin. Offering up inviting aromas of plums, raspberries, violets, vine smoke and raw cocoa, it's medium to full-bodied, supple and enveloping, with velvety tannins, succulent acids and an elegant, complete profile. This beautiful wine includes some 15% Cabernet Franc.\" – William Kelley (Aug 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2019 Corbin has come together beautifully with élevage. Succulent black cherry, plum, chocolate, new leather and licorice all flesh out, giving this succulent Saint-Émilion tons of energy and sheer appeal. Attractive floral and savory accents linger on the close.” – Antonio Galloni (Feb 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Smooth texture, good grip of tannins with cooler blue fruit flavours - blueberries and black cherries. This is fairly classic with svelte tannins and generous fruit. The finish has cooling minty notes giving overall freshness. Some hints of cloves, dark chocolate and cinnamon too on the slightly austere finish. One to hold on to.” - Georgina Hindle (Jan 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2019 Château Corbin is a complex, medium to full-bodied effort with the spicy red and black fruit character of the vintage as well as notes of dried flowers, Asian spice, chocolate, and lead pencil. Wonderfully balanced, with ripe yet present tannins, a good sense of freshness, and a great finish, it's going to drink nicely for 15-20 years.\" (Apr 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Blueberries, ripe cherries, plums, dried lavender, bark and bay leaves on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins and bright acidity. Fresh and balanced, with ripe-berry and subtle herb character. Drink from 2024.” (Jan 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":53371089977709,"sku":null,"price":47.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/Chateau-Corbin-Grand-Cru-Saint-Emilion-Grand-Cru-Classe-2019.webp?v=1779580203","url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/products\/chateau-corbin-grand-cru-2019-saint-emilion-bordeaux-france-twi-94-wa-93-vm-93-jd-93-js-92","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}