2020 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Château Fleur de Lisse

• Style: Garnet Bordeaux Blend, refined tannins, mineral freshness
• Taste: Blackcurrant and blackberry with graphic minerality and lingering acidity
• Food: Roast Dinners; Beef & Steak; Game & Venison; Pork; Cured Meats & Charcuterie
• Occasion: Sunday Lunch; Date Night
• Serve: Now through 2030 at cellar temperature

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

A garnet wine that opens with dark-fruit intensity—blackcurrant and blackberry—layered with graphic minerality speaking to rocky, calcareous soils. The palate shines with concentrated fruit held in check by refined tannins, while lingering freshness keeps you reaching back for another taste. This is Merlot-dominated supple enough for everyday pleasure yet layered enough to age gracefully.

The Winery — Château Fleur de Lisse

Situated in the Saint-Étienne-de-Lisse village, this estate was acquired by the Teycheney family in 2015, bringing with them a commitment to biodynamic farming. The 8.66 hectares of vines are certified organic and currently undergoing biodynamic certification. Winemaker Nicolas Géré apprenticed under Jean-Louis Chave in the Northern Rhône before settling in Bordeaux; his influence shapes this wine's pursuit of clarity. Hand-harvested fruit underwent meticulous double sorting, fermented cool to preserve aromatics, then aged 18 months in barrel—a portion new oak—to add structure without heaviness. The 2020 vintage gifted the region an unusually early harvest; cooler August nights preserved the acidity and aromatic lift that make this blend sing. The vineyard itself reflects philosophy mirroring the wine: 45-year-old vines on deep, rocky ground restored with an ecosystem of beehives and chickens among the rows.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

Supple enough for roasted chicken or duck confit, this wine stands confidently alongside aged hard cheeses and charcuterie. Whether you're building a France collection around Merlot or exploring the depth within Saint-Émilion, this thoughtful, site-specific wine rewards slow sipping at the table. Perfect for Sunday lunch or an intimate evening. Vegan and vegetarian friendly; natural cork closure, 13.5% ABV. Drink now through 2030.