Full of dense, juicy Merlot, this ripe and soft wine is packed with fruitiness. Tannins show under the fruit, a layer of firmness that gives the structure the wine will need to age.
Kosher, Non-Mevushal
Varietals
75% Merlot 12% Cabernet Franc 10% Cabernet Sauvignon 3% Carmenere
Winemaking and Vinification
Using The fruit is hand-picked and transferred by gravity alone to the vat house, where it is sorted twice. A cold soak is carried out between 53.5 and 59°F. Extraction is gentle at carefully observed temperature levels. Vinification occurs by parcel in upturned truncated tanks. Malolactic fermentation in new wood barrels before ageing in barrels of one year. 14,000 bottles produced annually.
History
Château Trianon was named in honor of the luxurious Versailles Palace. In the 19th century, Trianon was a country retreat surrounded by meadows and vines. Until 1952, less than 10 acres of vines were used to make wine. This was subsequently increased to 6.5 hectares (16 acres). Legendary winemaker & ex-owner of Cheval Blanc Dominique Herbrard purchased the estate and has dedicated his efforts to maximizing it’s potential.