# Château Les Paruades 2020 (2020)

- **Producer:** Château Les Paruades
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
- **Region:** Bordeaux, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €20
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blueberry, rose, black cherry, blackcurrant, plum, cedar

## About this wine

Château Les Paruades 2020 is a red wine from the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation in France, produced by the family-owned Château Les Paruades. Situated in Macau en Médoc, the estate's vineyards are planted on clayey palus and clay-limestone soils, offering a unique terroir. The wine is crafted using traditional Bordeaux winemaking techniques, reflecting the region's heritage. The 2020 vintage is noted for its quality, despite the unique circumstances of the year.

## Interesting facts

- Estate is located on the edge of the Gironde estuary.
- Vine density is 6,500 vines per hectare.
- Uses traditional winemaking methods of the Médoc.
- The estate covers 3.5 hectares.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and firm tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats and proteins, softening their texture. The dark fruit notes can echo or contrast with fruit-based sauces, while herbal undertones in the wine can harmonize with similarly seasoned dishes.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process at Château Les Paruades involves total destemming followed by fermentation in stainless steel and concrete vats. Extraction is managed through pump-overs, with fermentation temperatures controlled to a maximum of 28°C. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months, either in French oak barrels or in tank, contributing to its final profile.