2019 Château La Croix Saint-Estèphe, Château Le Crock

• Style: Structured Bordeaux Blend
• Taste: Cassis, dark plum, mineral earth, gentle toasted oak
• Food: Roast Dinners, Beef & Steak, Game & Venison, Lamb, Stews & Braises
• Occasion: Sunday Lunch, Date Night
• Serve: 16–18°C, decant 30 mins, drink now or age 5–10 years

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

Dark cherry and blackcurrant greet the nose, followed by a mineral undercurrent and gentle toasted oak. On the palate, 48% Cabernet Sauvignon anchors a blend of 41% Merlot and 11% Cabernet Franc, delivering real structure without austerity. Clean acidity runs through, tannins promise five to ten years of evolution, and the finish lingers with savoury restraint rather than showiness — a wine built for the table.

The Winery — Château Le Crock

Positioned between two classified growths in the heart of Saint-Estèphe, this Cru Bourgeois property has belonged to the Cuvelier family since 1903, the same visionary ownership behind Léoville Poyferré and Moulin Riche. The 2019 growing season proved challenging — difficult spring, intense summer heat, and a fortunate Indian summer September — yet clay and gravel soils combined with sustainable vineyard practices delivered elegance. Hand-harvesting and temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel and concrete, followed by maturation in used oak, allow the fruit to sing without oak dominance. This is winemaking pedigree in balance.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

Pair this wine with braised beef, roasted game, or aged hard cheeses: its precision cuts through richness beautifully. Vegetarian-friendly and crafted with sustainable practices throughout, it rewards both Sunday roasts and intimate dinners. Serve at 16–18°C after a 30-minute decant. This Saint-Estèphe rewards a second look at Cru Bourgeois properties and belongs alongside our full Cabernet Sauvignon selection as proof that excellent drinking does not require grand cru designation. Explore the full range of our Saint-Estèphe holdings to discover more from this compelling, underrated commune.