CHÂTEAU VIEUX PUIT
PETIT VERDOT • BORDEAUX, FRANCE
"The untamed character of Bordeaux: a single-varietal jewel that celebrates the region's most exotic grape, offering astonishing chromatic depth and a unique personality."
The Strength of Singularity
Traditionally used to provide color and structure in small doses, Petit Verdot takes center stage here. A powerful and elegant wine for those seeking the singularity of a Bordeaux terroir through a grape with great personality and monumental body.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Château Vieux Puit.
- Origin: Bordeaux, France.
- Varietal: 100% Petit Verdot.
- Terroir: Gravel and Clay.
- Style: Exotic Single-Varietal.
- Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Intense and concentrated purple color, almost impenetrable, with vivid purplish rims denoting its great energy and youth.
Nose: Complex aromas of withered violets and blueberries, intertwined with notes of black pepper, graphite, and a slight hint of undergrowth.
Palate: Powerful entry. Firm yet velvety tannins, balanced acidity, and a persistent finish with pronounced notes of dark chocolate.
3. Style and Structure
BODY (ROBUST) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
INTENSITY (FLORAL) [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
EVOLUTION POTENTIAL [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
PROFILE (MODERN BORDEAUX) [ POWERFUL ]
4. Expert Recommendations
Premium Gastronomy: Grilled meat cuts, game, roasted lamb with Provençal herbs, or powerful blue cheeses.
Serving: It is recommended to serve between **16°C and 18°C**. It is essential to **decant for 30 to 45 minutes** to open its structure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Château Vieux Puit Petit Verdot special?
It is exceptional because it is a 100% single-varietal. In Bordeaux, this grape is usually used in minimal proportions (1-5%), but here it shows its full potential for deep color, tannic structure, and floral aromas.
How long should I decant this wine?
It is recommended to decant for at least 30 minutes before consumption to allow its robust structure to open up and reveal its complex notes of graphite, pepper, and dark chocolate.
