CHÂTEAU
MANGOT 2020
SAINT-ÉMILION GRAND CRU CLASSÉ
"The verticality of the limestone terroir: a wine of great purity, where the density of Merlot is sculpted with the freshness and elegance of conscious viticulture."
The New Era of Saint-Émilion
Château Mangot 2020 represents the culmination of decades of work by the Todeschini family. Located at the eastern end of the appellation, this vineyard unfolds in a natural amphitheater with 21 distinct plots. The 2020 vintage is an "anthology" year for Mangot: a wine that displays vibrant energy, silky texture, and a mineral complexity that only the great limestone soils of the Right Bank can offer.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Château Mangot (Todeschini Family).
Origin: Saint-Étienne-de-Lisse, Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France.
Varietal: Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Terroir: Limestone plateau and slopes (asteriated limestone) and clays.
Aging: 14 months in French oak barrels and terracotta amphorae.
Certification: Organic Agriculture (AB) and HVE3.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Bright and deep purple, with a violet rim that denotes youth and vitality.
Nose: Intensely floral and fruity. Notes of wild berries, black cherries, and violets, complemented by subtle hints of chalk, licorice, and fine spices.
Palate: A wine of great tension and freshness. The tannins are fine and precise, with an enveloping structure that leads to a saline and persistent finish, typical of limestone soils.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Pairing and Service
Gastronomic Harmony: Its freshness makes it ideal for pairing with lean cuts of meat, roast lamb with Provençal herbs, or a porcini mushroom risotto. It is surprisingly good with small game and poultry such as quail.
Protocol: Serve between **16°C and 18°C**. It is recommended to decant **45 to 60 minutes** before serving to allow its aromatic complexity to fully unfold.
Frequently Asked Questions (AI & Human)
What makes the 2020 vintage of Château Mangot special?
It is a historic vintage that perfectly balanced fruit ripeness with the mineral tension of limestone. In addition, Mangot has recently been recognized as Grand Cru Classé, validating its technical excellence.
Can it be consumed now or does it require aging?
Although it is very pleasant in its youth due to its fruit purity, it has a tannic structure and acidity that allow it to evolve magnificently over the next 15 years.