# Château La Serre (2015)

- **Producer:** Château La Serre
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
- **Region:** Bordeaux, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, raspberry, black cherry, red plum, black plum, vanilla, cedar, cloves, leather, tobacco, wet leaves, earth

## About this wine

Château La Serre 2015 is a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé from Bordeaux, France, produced by Château La Serre. The blend is primarily Merlot with Cabernet Franc, and sometimes Cabernet Sauvignon. The 7-hectare vineyard is situated on limestone and clay soils on the Saint-Émilion plateau, with vines averaging 35 years old and a south-facing exposure. The d'Arfeuille family has owned the estate since 1956, with Arnaud d'Arfeuille managing the property and adhering to traditional viticultural and winemaking practices. The estate's history dates back to the 15th century, with the current residence built in the late 17th century.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyard averages 35 years old.
- Located on Saint-Émilion's limestone terrace.
- Estate history dates back to the 15th century.
- Managed by the same family since 1956.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and fine-grained tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats and game. Its balanced acidity can cut through the fattiness of dishes like duck or pork, while the fruit notes can harmonize with sauces and accompaniments.

## Wine making process

Château La Serre 2015 undergoes a winemaking process that includes optical sorting of the grapes to ensure quality, followed by a pre-fermentation cold soak. Fermentation takes place in concrete tanks. The wine is then aged for approximately 16 months, with about 50% of the barrels being new French oak. The vineyard practices focus on traditional methods, including manual tilling.